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Trusted Representation for Refugee Claims
A Team Who Stands With You
Canada’s refugee protection system reflects both international and Canadian legal principles. The 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol established the internationally recognized framework for refugee protection, and Canada became a party to those treaties in 1969. Canada’s current refugee protection system is now governed by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, which came into force in 2002 and sets out the main principles and structure of the refugee program.
At Salvera Immigration, we know that a Refugee Claim is more than a legal process. It is a matter of safety, dignity, and survival. Team Salvera is committed to walking with you through every step, with empathy, professionalism, and unwavering dedication.
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Who Can Claim Refugee Protection in Canada?
An individual may claim Refugee Protection in Canada if they have a well-founded fear of persecution based on one of the following grounds:
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Race or ethnicity
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Religion
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Political opinion
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Nationality
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Membership in a particular social group (e.g., women, LGBTQ+ persons, survivors of gender-based violence)
What Happens After Making a Claim?
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Eligibility Interview – After you make your claim, an officer reviews whether it is eligible to be referred to the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB).
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Referral to the IRB – If eligible, your case is referred to the Refugee Protection Division (RPD) of the IRB, an independent tribunal that decides refugee matters.
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Hearing – You will attend a hearing before an RPD member to present your story, evidence, and witnesses if applicable.
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Decision – The RPD will decide whether you qualify as a Convention Refugee or a person in need of protection. If accepted, you may apply for permanent residence in Canada.
What If My Claim Is Denied?
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You may have the right to appeal to the Refugee Appeal Division (RAD).
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In some cases, you can ask for a Judicial Review in Federal Court.
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You may also consider Humanitarian & Compassionate (H&C) applications or a Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA) if applicable.
Our Role in Your Journey
At Salvera, we understand that a Refugee Claim is not just a legal process, it is a matter of safety, dignity, and future. We provide:
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Careful preparation of your claim and evidence.
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Representation at IRB hearings.
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Support with Appeals and Judicial Reviews when necessary.
Canada’s Refugee System is designed to be fair, but it can also be complex and overwhelming. Our role is to ensure that your voice is heard, your case is strongly presented, and your rights are fully protected.
If you are considering making a Refugee Claim or Appealing a decision, contact us today to discuss your options.
We’re Here to Take the Next Step With You
Group of Five Sponsorship
Beyond in-Canada Refugee Claims, Canada offers private Refugee Sponsorship through the Group of Five (G5) model. This allows five or more Canadian citizens or permanent residents to sponsor refugees living abroad to resettle in their Canadian community, provided they can support them emotionally, financially, and through settlement services for about one year.
Key points about Group of Five:
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Eligibility paused for new applications — IRCC is currently not accepting new G5 sponsors (except under the Blended Visa Office-Referred program).
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Each sponsor must be 18+, be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, live in the area where the refugee will settle, and commit to financial and settlement support.
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Refugees must have recognized refugee status by UNHCR or a foreign government; the sponsorship group submits a detailed settlement plan and shows their financial capacity.
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Because intake is paused, only existing applications will be processed; new sponsorships are restricted.
This private sponsorship pathway is part of Canada’s Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program, other private sponsorship formats include Community Sponsors and Sponsorship Agreement Holders (SAHs).