Disclosure of Lawfully Intercepted Communication to Foreign Authorities Constitutional
On 14 November 2014, in Wakeling v United States of America, 2014 SCC 72, the Supreme Court of Canada considered whether sharing lawfully intercepted wiretap information in Canada with foreign authorities violates sections 7 and 8 of the Charter…
Criminality and Refugee Claims – Febles v Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2014 SCC 68
The Supreme Court of Canada found that if a person committed a serious non-political crime before arriving to Canada, they are barred from seeking refugee protection, regardless of having served a full sentence…
Inflicting Scares on Halloween
Creepy and somewhat realistic-looking Halloween mask, check. Scary jack-o-lanterns and frightening outdoor decorations, check. Haunted house music in the background, check. Bowl of candy, check.
Have You Considered a Judicial Review Yet?
Did your refugee claim get rejected? Has your visa been denied? Was your work permit not granted or are you not satisfied with the citizenship judge’s decision? Has there been an unreasonable delay in the processing of your immigration application?
Hospital Consent Required for Timing of Treatment of an Accused Unfit to Stand Trial
In criminal proceedings a court can make a disposition order (or treatment order) with respect to an accused person found unfit to stand trial, directing that treatment of the accused be carried out for a period not exceeding 60 days…
Access to Justice is Protected by the Constitution
The Supreme Court of Canada recently held that although provinces can charge administrative fees for court hearings, these fees will be unconstitutional when…
Looking to Study in Canada?
You’ve applied and got accepted to a study program equivalent to at least six months in length of full-time study. Now what?
Immigration Enriches Canada
“Immigration enriches Canada”, explained Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper during his keynote speech in Toronto at the second annual India’s National Day Gala. He conveyed the tangible contributions that the Indo-Canadian communities have given…
Azzi Law Supports Local Event: 613 Night Market
Azzi Law is a proud sponsor of 613 Night Market, an event designed to promote new Ottawa-based food businesses and local artists. Our team is actively involved in the community and we take pride in supporting local events…
Elements of an Inland Refugee Claim
At their hearing before the Refugee Protection Division (RPD) of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB), claimants will have the burden of establishing that they are refugees as defined in the United Nations Convention…