Welcome to Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship January 20, 2017 The CBA congratulates the new Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship on his appointment and outlines priority issues.
Electronic Travel Authorizations and Dual Citizenship December 21, 2016 The CBA highlights several areas of concern with the recent implementation of the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), and the impact of policies surrounding it on Canadian citizens.
National Security Green Paper, 2016 December 20, 2016 The CBA urges the federal government to conduct a rigorous review of Bill C-51, Anti-Terrorism Act 2015, giving equal weight to the impact of excessive state powers on individual rights and freedoms as to public safety concerns.
Shortage of Judges December 19, 2016 The CBA reiterates the urgency of filling vacancies and increasing judicial complements across Canada, noting the critical shortage of judges in Quebec and Alberta.
Temporary Foreign Worker Program December 13, 2016 The CBA applauds the spirit of a Parliamentary study on the Temporary Foreign Workers Program and many of its recommendations, and continues to recommend revisions to the program.
Family Reunification – Determining the Bona Fides of a Relationship December 09, 2016 The CBA recommends amendments to better determine bona fide family relationships to better meet the goal of family reunification in Canada.
Court and Registry Management System December 07, 2016 The CBA urges the Justice Minister to support technological advancements for the Federal Courts, and the Tax Court of Canada.
Proposed Amendments to IAD Rules of Procedure November 25, 2016 The CBA recommends changes to simplify the Immigration Appeal Division rules and promote early resolution.
Bill C-22: National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians Act November 21, 2016 The CBA supports creation of a Parliamentary Committee with oversight over all national security activity, to achieve enhanced coordination, transparency and accountability.
Family Reunification October 26, 2016 The CBA supports family reunification as an objective of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Given the economic, social and cultural benefits, family reunification should be a priority for Canada.