Administrative Penalties and Consequences February 03, 2025 The CBA raises serious concerns with the proposed Administrative Penalties and Consequences framework under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and the Citizenship Act.
Artificial Intelligence and Automated Decision-Making in Immigration Law January 24, 2025 The CBA urges the government to adopt legislative provisions regarding the deployment of artificial intelligence and other technologies supporting automated decision-making.
Ending Flagpoling for Work and Study Permits January 21, 2025 The CBA flags inconsistencies between IRCC and CBSA communications with regards to flagpoling for work and study permits.
Recent Reforms to the International Student Program January 14, 2025 The CBA comments on recent changes to the International Student Program.Â
Bill C-71 – Amendments to the Citizenship Act December 02, 2024 The CBA recommends improvements to Bill C-71 to address adoptees' unequal treatment and ensure compliance with the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Establishing Guidelines Concerning Use of the Notwithstanding Clause October 15, 2024 The CBA recommends safeguards surrounding the use of s.33 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (the notwithstanding clause).
Fairer Tax Treatment of Separated Parents and Their Children October 10, 2024 The CBA addresses critical taxation issues that disproportionately affect separated parents.
The CBA Observes International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia May 16, 2024 The CBA observes International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia by offering recommendations surrounding the use of the Notwithstanding Clause of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Bill C-316 — An Act to Amend the Department of Canadian Heritage Act (Court Challenges Program) May 15, 2024 The CBA supports the enhancement of the Court Challenges Program's stability and independence to increased access to justice for marginalized groups and advancing constitutional rights.
Processing delays for the dependents of Protected Persons April 29, 2024 The CBA and CCR recommends the issuance of Temporary Resident Permits (TRPs) to dependents of protected persons to avoid lengthy and harmful separation of families.