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What is the first action the Minister must take when a resident is removed from Canada before a detention review?
What is the first action the Minister must take when a resident is removed from Canada before a detention review?
- Inform the resident of their rights
- Schedule a new detention review
- Notify the Division immediately (correct)
- Send a copy of the removal order to the resident
When does a decision made orally during a detention review take effect?
When does a decision made orally during a detention review take effect?
- At the conclusion of the hearing
- When it is communicated to the public
- When a Division member states the decision (correct)
- When it is signed by the resident
What must be included in an order for detention or release?
What must be included in an order for detention or release?
- Applicable provisions of the Act (correct)
- The ID of the officer who made the decision
- A summary of previous cases
- Reasons for the decision
What is the time frame for a party to request written reasons for a decision after it takes effect?
What is the time frame for a party to request written reasons for a decision after it takes effect?
What type of request can a party make at the end of a detention review?
What type of request can a party make at the end of a detention review?
When does a written decision made during a detention review take effect?
When does a written decision made during a detention review take effect?
What is the purpose of the notification provided to the parties at the conclusion of a detention review?
What is the purpose of the notification provided to the parties at the conclusion of a detention review?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the process of requesting written reasons?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the process of requesting written reasons?
What must counsel do in order to withdraw as counsel of record?
What must counsel do in order to withdraw as counsel of record?
What must the Minister do to withdraw a request after substantive evidence has been accepted?
What must the Minister do to withdraw a request after substantive evidence has been accepted?
When does counsel cease to be counsel of record upon withdrawal?
When does counsel cease to be counsel of record upon withdrawal?
Under what circumstances can the Division allow the reinstatement of a withdrawn request for an admissibility hearing?
Under what circumstances can the Division allow the reinstatement of a withdrawn request for an admissibility hearing?
What is required for a permanent resident or foreign national to remove their counsel of record?
What is required for a permanent resident or foreign national to remove their counsel of record?
At what point does the counsel stop being counsel of record for a permanent resident when removed?
At what point does the counsel stop being counsel of record for a permanent resident when removed?
What type of application must the Minister submit to reinstate a withdrawn request?
What type of application must the Minister submit to reinstate a withdrawn request?
What is the definition of counsel of record?
What is the definition of counsel of record?
Which principle must be established for the Division to allow the reinstatement of a withdrawn request?
Which principle must be established for the Division to allow the reinstatement of a withdrawn request?
Which action does NOT need to be taken by counsel who wishes to withdraw?
Which action does NOT need to be taken by counsel who wishes to withdraw?
What happens if no substantive evidence is accepted regarding the withdrawal of a request?
What happens if no substantive evidence is accepted regarding the withdrawal of a request?
What is the first step for a permanent resident who wishes to remove their counsel of record?
What is the first step for a permanent resident who wishes to remove their counsel of record?
What does the Division prioritize when deciding on reinstatement of a withdrawn request?
What does the Division prioritize when deciding on reinstatement of a withdrawn request?
Which of the following is not a reason for the Division to allow the reinstatement of a request?
Which of the following is not a reason for the Division to allow the reinstatement of a request?
What happens if counsel for a permanent resident agrees to a date for a proceeding?
What happens if counsel for a permanent resident agrees to a date for a proceeding?
What documentation is required for the Minister to officially proceed with reinstating a request?
What documentation is required for the Minister to officially proceed with reinstating a request?
What must a member do after concluding a detention review?
What must a member do after concluding a detention review?
Within what timeframe must a party submit a written request for reasons after a decision takes effect?
Within what timeframe must a party submit a written request for reasons after a decision takes effect?
What is required for a member's order of detention or release?
What is required for a member's order of detention or release?
Which statement is true regarding the process of withdrawing as counsel of record?
Which statement is true regarding the process of withdrawing as counsel of record?
Under what condition can a withdrawn request for reinstatement be allowed by the Division?
Under what condition can a withdrawn request for reinstatement be allowed by the Division?
What must a party do to submit a request for written reasons orally?
What must a party do to submit a request for written reasons orally?
What information is not included in an order of detention or release?
What information is not included in an order of detention or release?
What must be done for counsel to officially withdraw as counsel of record?
What must be done for counsel to officially withdraw as counsel of record?
When does a counsel cease to be counsel of record after withdrawal?
When does a counsel cease to be counsel of record after withdrawal?
What is the procedure for reinstating a withdrawn request for an admissibility hearing?
What is the procedure for reinstating a withdrawn request for an admissibility hearing?
Under which circumstance does a counsel for a permanent resident become counsel of record?
Under which circumstance does a counsel for a permanent resident become counsel of record?
What must a counsel do to effectually remove themselves from the case?
What must a counsel do to effectually remove themselves from the case?
What is the immediate effect once the Division receives a notice of withdrawal from counsel?
What is the immediate effect once the Division receives a notice of withdrawal from counsel?
Which option correctly describes the action taken by a permanent resident or foreign national when they wish to dismiss their counsel?
Which option correctly describes the action taken by a permanent resident or foreign national when they wish to dismiss their counsel?
What criteria must be met for a party to successfully apply for an early review of detention?
What criteria must be met for a party to successfully apply for an early review of detention?
What happens when a party withdraws their request for a detention review?
What happens when a party withdraws their request for a detention review?
Which of the following statements is true concerning the rules applicable to detention reviews?
Which of the following statements is true concerning the rules applicable to detention reviews?
What notification requirement exists for the Minister regarding the removal of a detained resident?
What notification requirement exists for the Minister regarding the removal of a detained resident?
What must occur for a counsel of record to cease their role?
What must occur for a counsel of record to cease their role?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the rules for a successful written application for a detention review?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the rules for a successful written application for a detention review?
Under what condition can a party request a reinstatement of a withdrawn request?
Under what condition can a party request a reinstatement of a withdrawn request?
What is the significance of timelines defined in the detention review rules?
What is the significance of timelines defined in the detention review rules?
What must an expeditor obtain when sending a document exceeding twenty pages?
What must an expeditor obtain when sending a document exceeding twenty pages?
What can a party do if they are unable to provide a document in the manner required by rule 29?
What can a party do if they are unable to provide a document in the manner required by rule 29?
If a party makes reasonable efforts and still cannot transmit a document, what is the first action they should take?
If a party makes reasonable efforts and still cannot transmit a document, what is the first action they should take?
Which of the following statements is true regarding document submission requirements?
Which of the following statements is true regarding document submission requirements?
What does rule 29 specify about document submission?
What does rule 29 specify about document submission?
When is a document considered received by the Division if it is date stamped?
When is a document considered received by the Division if it is date stamped?
How many days after mailing is a document considered received by a party?
How many days after mailing is a document considered received by a party?
What happens if the seventh day for document receipt falls on a holiday?
What happens if the seventh day for document receipt falls on a holiday?
What must a party provide when making a written application?
What must a party provide when making a written application?
What is a key factor in determining the receipt of a document by regular mail?
What is a key factor in determining the receipt of a document by regular mail?
What is required to validate the receipt of a document sent by mail?
What is required to validate the receipt of a document sent by mail?
In what form must a response to a written application be submitted?
In what form must a response to a written application be submitted?
Which of the following statements about document receipt is FALSE?
Which of the following statements about document receipt is FALSE?
What information must be included in the written statement submitted with the original application to the Division?
What information must be included in the written statement submitted with the original application to the Division?
Which document must a party transmit to the Division when making a written application?
Which document must a party transmit to the Division when making a written application?
Which condition must be accounted for when calculating the receipt date of a mailed document?
Which condition must be accounted for when calculating the receipt date of a mailed document?
What is the significance of a date stamp on a document submitted to the Division?
What is the significance of a date stamp on a document submitted to the Division?
How is the written application defined in the context provided?
How is the written application defined in the context provided?
What is the minimum time frame for a party to submit witness information before a hearing in most cases?
What is the minimum time frame for a party to submit witness information before a hearing in most cases?
How should a party apply for a summons for a witness?
How should a party apply for a summons for a witness?
In which situation must witness information be received by the Division as quickly as possible?
In which situation must witness information be received by the Division as quickly as possible?
What is the alternate time frame for providing witness information when not dealing with expedited cases?
What is the alternate time frame for providing witness information when not dealing with expedited cases?
What type of hearing is mentioned alongside rules for submitting witness information?
What type of hearing is mentioned alongside rules for submitting witness information?
What is required for a party wishing to have a witness testify at a hearing?
What is required for a party wishing to have a witness testify at a hearing?
When delivering witness information for expedited cases, what is the latest acceptable time to submit these details?
When delivering witness information for expedited cases, what is the latest acceptable time to submit these details?
Which of the following statements about witness information submission is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about witness information submission is incorrect?
What is the initial step a party must take to have the Division make a decision on a matter in a proceeding?
What is the initial step a party must take to have the Division make a decision on a matter in a proceeding?
What should a party do if they wish to respond to an application?
What should a party do if they wish to respond to an application?
Under what condition must an application be made according to the established rules?
Under what condition must an application be made according to the established rules?
What is required when making an application orally to the Division?
What is required when making an application orally to the Division?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for making an application?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for making an application?
Which rule governs the course of action for replying to a response?
Which rule governs the course of action for replying to a response?
When addressing the submission of an application, what aspect must be attended to regarding timing?
When addressing the submission of an application, what aspect must be attended to regarding timing?
In what form can an application be made according to the established rules?
In what form can an application be made according to the established rules?
What is the first element that must be stated in a written application?
What is the first element that must be stated in a written application?
Which of the following sets of information is required to be included in a written application?
Which of the following sets of information is required to be included in a written application?
In the case of applications not specified in the rules, what additional document is required?
In the case of applications not specified in the rules, what additional document is required?
What must a party provide as part of their reasons for making a written application?
What must a party provide as part of their reasons for making a written application?
What is not a requirement for a party making a written application?
What is not a requirement for a party making a written application?
What is the purpose of including evidence in a written application?
What is the purpose of including evidence in a written application?
Which statement correctly reflects the content requirements for a written application?
Which statement correctly reflects the content requirements for a written application?
What does a party submit as part of an application involving unsupported claims?
What does a party submit as part of an application involving unsupported claims?
What must a party do if they do not receive a decision allowing their application?
What must a party do if they do not receive a decision allowing their application?
Which of the following actions can a party request in relation to hearings?
Which of the following actions can a party request in relation to hearings?
What must the Division consider before deciding on a request to join or separate hearings?
What must the Division consider before deciding on a request to join or separate hearings?
What happens if a party fails to appear for a hearing without prior authorization?
What happens if a party fails to appear for a hearing without prior authorization?
Which of the following describes the obligation of a party before a hearing date is set?
Which of the following describes the obligation of a party before a hearing date is set?
What must a person include in their application for a proceeding conducted in public?
What must a person include in their application for a proceeding conducted in public?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the application for a public proceeding?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the application for a public proceeding?
What information must a person provide to justify their request for a proceeding in public?
What information must a person provide to justify their request for a proceeding in public?
Which of the following aspects is essential for an application to be considered valid?
Which of the following aspects is essential for an application to be considered valid?
To which part of the application process does the evidence submission relate?
To which part of the application process does the evidence submission relate?
What must a party provide to the other party when replying?
What must a party provide to the other party when replying?
What is the maximum time frame for documents to be received by recipients in non-urgent cases?
What is the maximum time frame for documents to be received by recipients in non-urgent cases?
When must an application for non-disclosure of information be submitted?
When must an application for non-disclosure of information be submitted?
What action must be taken for documents provided under the rules?
What action must be taken for documents provided under the rules?
What additional information must be included when providing the original reply to the Division?
What additional information must be included when providing the original reply to the Division?
What time frame applies to cases involving a forty-eight hour review?
What time frame applies to cases involving a forty-eight hour review?
What must a party do if they cannot transmit a document as required?
What must a party do if they cannot transmit a document as required?
How long does a party have to provide a response in response to an admissibility hearing?
How long does a party have to provide a response in response to an admissibility hearing?
What is one factor the Division must consider when deciding on a change of location for the hearing?
What is one factor the Division must consider when deciding on a change of location for the hearing?
Which of the following best describes how a change of location could affect the hearing process?
Which of the following best describes how a change of location could affect the hearing process?
What should a party do if they do not receive a decision from the Division regarding their application for a change of hearing location?
What should a party do if they do not receive a decision from the Division regarding their application for a change of hearing location?
What could be a consequence of a change of location on the operation of the Division?
What could be a consequence of a change of location on the operation of the Division?
Which option reflects a concern that might arise from changing the location of the hearing?
Which option reflects a concern that might arise from changing the location of the hearing?
Which factor related to the parties involved must the Division evaluate when considering a location change?
Which factor related to the parties involved must the Division evaluate when considering a location change?
When assessing a potential change in hearing location, what aspect does NOT need to be considered?
When assessing a potential change in hearing location, what aspect does NOT need to be considered?
Which approach reflects the Division's priority when managing hearing locations?
Which approach reflects the Division's priority when managing hearing locations?
What is required for a party to challenge a legislative provision constitutionally?
What is required for a party to challenge a legislative provision constitutionally?
Which of the following is NOT required in the notice of constitutional question?
Which of the following is NOT required in the notice of constitutional question?
Which form can a party use to submit a notice of constitutional question?
Which form can a party use to submit a notice of constitutional question?
What information must the notice include regarding the hearing?
What information must the notice include regarding the hearing?
What aspect of the legislative provision must be included in the notice?
What aspect of the legislative provision must be included in the notice?
Why is it necessary to include relevant facts in the notice of constitutional question?
Why is it necessary to include relevant facts in the notice of constitutional question?
What is NOT a characteristic of the notice of constitutional question?
What is NOT a characteristic of the notice of constitutional question?
Which element is crucial for supporting a constitutional challenge in the notice?
Which element is crucial for supporting a constitutional challenge in the notice?
Which factor is NOT considered when deciding whether to allow an application to conduct a proceeding in private?
Which factor is NOT considered when deciding whether to allow an application to conduct a proceeding in private?
What is required from a person making a request to have a proceeding conducted in private?
What is required from a person making a request to have a proceeding conducted in private?
Which of the following elements is NOT included in determining the consequences of allowing an application?
Which of the following elements is NOT included in determining the consequences of allowing an application?
Which procedure is required for someone requesting private proceedings?
Which procedure is required for someone requesting private proceedings?
How many key factors must be evaluated when considering an application for private proceedings?
How many key factors must be evaluated when considering an application for private proceedings?
What type of hearings does the application for private proceedings apply to?
What type of hearings does the application for private proceedings apply to?
What is meant by 'efficient administration of the work of the Division' in the context of private proceedings?
What is meant by 'efficient administration of the work of the Division' in the context of private proceedings?
Which decision would likely result in allowing an application for conducting a proceeding in private?
Which decision would likely result in allowing an application for conducting a proceeding in private?
What is the maximum time frame for documents to be received by their recipients before a constitutional argument is made?
What is the maximum time frame for documents to be received by their recipients before a constitutional argument is made?
In what manner must oral representations be made according to the rules?
In what manner must oral representations be made according to the rules?
What must be included with the original notice to the Division?
What must be included with the original notice to the Division?
When can a party make oral representations during the hearing process?
When can a party make oral representations during the hearing process?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for documents submitted under the relevant rule?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for documents submitted under the relevant rule?
What sections outline the requirements for providing a notice of constitutional question?
What sections outline the requirements for providing a notice of constitutional question?
What happens if the required notice and written statement are not properly provided?
What happens if the required notice and written statement are not properly provided?
Which rule governs the manner in which parties must present their oral representations?
Which rule governs the manner in which parties must present their oral representations?
What action may the Division take if there is no applicable rule for a matter raised during proceedings?
What action may the Division take if there is no applicable rule for a matter raised during proceedings?
Which of the following powers is NOT granted to the Division?
Which of the following powers is NOT granted to the Division?
What is the consequence if a party fails to follow a requirement of the rules?
What is the consequence if a party fails to follow a requirement of the rules?
In which situation can the Division NOT excuse a party from following a requirement of a rule?
In which situation can the Division NOT excuse a party from following a requirement of a rule?
What is an example of an action the Division can take regarding time limits?
What is an example of an action the Division can take regarding time limits?
Under what condition can a requirement of a rule be changed by the Division?
Under what condition can a requirement of a rule be changed by the Division?
Which of the following scenarios describes when the Division might declare proceedings invalid?
Which of the following scenarios describes when the Division might declare proceedings invalid?
What must happen for the Division to address issues not covered by existing rules?
What must happen for the Division to address issues not covered by existing rules?
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Counsel of Record
Counsel of Record
The lawyer representing a permanent resident or foreign national in a legal proceeding.
Becoming Counsel of Record
Becoming Counsel of Record
The point when a lawyer formally agrees to represent a permanent resident or foreign national.
Withdrawal as Counsel of Record
Withdrawal as Counsel of Record
The lawyer must notify the Division and Minister in writing.
Removal of Counsel of Record
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Detention Review
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Decision Takes Effect
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Request for Written Reasons
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Request Deadline
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Withdrawal of Request for Admissibility Hearing
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Reinstating a Withdrawn Request
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Factors for Reinstatement
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Interests of Justice
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Natural Justice Principles
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Right to be Heard
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Right to a Fair Hearing
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Admissibility Hearing
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Detention Order
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Parties in a Detention Review
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Detention Review Time Limit
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Early Detention Review Request
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What is a Detention Review?
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New Facts for Detention Review
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Who is a Removed Person in Immigration?
Who is a Removed Person in Immigration?
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What is a Detention Order?
What is a Detention Order?
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Who conducts Detention Reviews?
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Can't Provide a Document as Required by Rule 29?
Can't Provide a Document as Required by Rule 29?
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When is a document considered received by the Division?
When is a document considered received by the Division?
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When is a document sent by regular mail considered received by a party?
When is a document sent by regular mail considered received by a party?
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What happens if the seventh day after a document is mailed falls on a weekend or holiday?
What happens if the seventh day after a document is mailed falls on a weekend or holiday?
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How does the Division acknowledge receipt of a document?
How does the Division acknowledge receipt of a document?
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How do we calculate when a document is received by a party if it's sent by regular mail?
How do we calculate when a document is received by a party if it's sent by regular mail?
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What happens when the seventh day after mailing falls on a weekend or statutory holiday?
What happens when the seventh day after mailing falls on a weekend or statutory holiday?
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When exactly does the Division consider a document received?
When exactly does the Division consider a document received?
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What is the general rule for calculating when a document is considered received by a party when it's sent by regular mail?
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Witness Information Time Limit
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Application for a Summons to Testify
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Who Can Apply for a Summons?
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How to Apply for a Summons?
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Who Orders Summons for Witnesses?
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Witness Information Deadline Rule
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Immigration Division Rules
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Application
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Time Limit
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Procedure for Oral Application
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What are the requirements for a written application to the Immigration Division?
What are the requirements for a written application to the Immigration Division?
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What is a decision sought in a written application?
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What is evidence in a written application?
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What is a statutory declaration or affidavit?
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Who is the applicant in a detention review?
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Who is the respondent in a detention review?
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What is the Division in a detention review?
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What factors are considered when changing a hearing location?
What factors are considered when changing a hearing location?
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Why is a full and proper hearing important?
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Where must parties appear for a hearing?
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What is the deadline for providing witness information?
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Response to Application
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Notice of Constitutional Question
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Rule 45 (1)
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Application for proceeding conducted in private
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Requirements for private proceedings application
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Factors for private proceedings consideration
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Proceedings conducted in private (huis clos)
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Improper reasons for private proceedings
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Division's decision on private proceedings
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Application for Private Proceedings
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Study Notes
Immigration Division Rules
- These rules are consolidated and codified by the Government of Canada.
- The rules are current as of November 26, 2024.
- The rules are published by the Minister of Justice at http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca.
Part 1: Rules Applicable to Admissibility Hearings
- Information the Minister must provide:
- Permanent resident or foreign national's name and contact information in Canada.
- Date of birth, sex, and citizenship.
- Marital status (single, married, separated, divorced, or common-law partner).
- Any inadmissibility reports.
- Refugee claim status.
- Detention location (if applicable).
- Language preference for communication.
- Interpreter requirements (language or dialect).
- Contact information for counsel (if applicable).
- Client identification number.
- Family member information (if applicable).
- Date of the Minister's request.
- Minister's counsel's name and title.
- Non-disclosure requests.
- Information regarding the age/understanding capacity of the applicant.
- Evidence to be presented.
- Changes to contact information: Permanent residents or foreign nationals, unless detained, must promptly notify both the Division and the Minister in writing.
- Withdrawing a request:
- Withdrawing a request is considered an abuse of process if it negatively impacts the Division's integrity, unless no substantive evidence has been accepted during the proceedings. In that case, withdrawal is possible through oral or written notification.
Part 2: Rules Applicable to Detention Reviews
- Information the Minister must provide:
- The detained person's name, sex, date of birth, and citizenship.
- Marital status (single, married, separated, divorced, or common-law partner).
- Refugee claim status.
- Language preference.
- Interpreter requirements.
- Contact information for counsel (if applicable).
- Date and time of initial detention.
- Detention location details.
- Whether the review follows 48-hour, 7-day, or 30-day timelines.
- Identification number from the Department of Citizenship and Immigration.
- Relevant Act provisions.
- Non-disclosure requests.
- Person's age/understanding capacity.
- Information on Time limits: Various time limits are provided for different situations regarding review periods (e.g., 48 hours, 7 days, 30 days), and information about receipt of relevant information by the Division. Documents must be received in a timely manner.
Part 3: Rules Applying to Both Admissibility Hearings and Detention Reviews
- Information relating to Counsel:
- Counsel's contact information must be provided in writing to the Division and the Minister.
- Any changes to this information should be promptly shared in writing as well.
- Counsel of record: Counsel becomes counsel of record when they agree on a proceeding date, or when they become counsel after a specified date. A party can withdraw/remove their counsel of record with written notice.
- Language of proceedings: Permanent residents and foreign nationals can apply to change the language of the proceeding.
- Duty of counsel: If counsel believes a representative is needed, they must notify the Division and the other party in writing. A representative must be 18 years of age (or older), understand the proceedings, act in the best interests of the applicant, and not have conflicting interests.
- How to provide a document (various methods): Hand delivery, mail, courier, fax, or email are permissible, depending on the specific rules. A limit of 20 pages applies to fax submissions, unless agreed upon.
- When a document is considered received: A document is typically considered received when date-stamped by the Division, or if sent by regular mail 7 days after mailing.
- Witness information: Parties requesting witnesses must provide supporting details of their testimony, qualifications and desired testimony presentation method within the given timeframe for each type of review (48 hours, 7 days, 30 days).
- Application for a proceeding in private: Specific procedure for asking for a private hearing, including required form, content, and timeframe.
- Application for a proceeding in public: Similar to above but requests public hearing.
- Notice of constitutional question: Procedure and requirements for challenging a legislative provision on constitutional grounds, including form requirements, timeframe, and related documents. A copy of the notice must be provided to the Attorney General of Canada and to the provinces/territories.
- Time Limits: Specific time limits apply to receiving documents, notifying parties, and responding to applications for various review periods (48 hours, 7 days, etc.).
- Oral representations: Oral representations are typically made at the end of the hearing unless specified otherwise.
- Documents: Specific format for documents : Documents must be typed on one side of 21.5 cm by 28 cm paper and numbered. Photocopies must also be clear, on one side, and numbered. If there are multiple documents, a list with the numbers must be submitted. Documents must be in English or French, or if in another language, accompanied by a translation and translator's declaration.
- Rules: Non-Applicable Rules: If these rules do not address an issue, the Division can take necessary action. Decisions: Procedures for how decisions will take effect on the record, with the member signing of an order; Timing: A time limit exists for any request in writing to a decision.
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