Federal Court case law
Judgments from the Federal Court with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions. The original content is public and official; the summaries and analysis are produced by VadeLab's technology.
Federal Court Rejects Appeal of Interlocutory Immigration Order
The Federal Court dismissed an appeal of an interlocutory order in an immigration case, stating that such appeals are prohibited under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
Federal Court Orders Processing of Web Form Submissions Under Policy
Federal Court Rejects Challenge to CERB Eligibility
The Federal Court dismissed a challenge to the denial of eligibility for CERB benefits. The court ruled that the applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of earning at least $5,000 in self-employment income.
Federal Court dismisses challenge to migratory bird penalties
Federal Court Rejects Claimant's Challenge to Work Permit Denial
Federal Court dismisses work permit judicial review
Federal Court Rejects Appeal Over Viable Internal Flight Alternative for Refugees
The Federal Court rejected an appeal challenging the Refugee Appeal Division's decision that an internal flight alternative in Mexico was viable for individuals seeking refugee status. The Court found the RAD's decision reasonable based on the evidence presented.
Federal Court Sets Aside Visa Refusal and Misrepresentation Finding
The Federal Court overturned a visa refusal and finding of misrepresentation, citing unreasonableness and procedural fairness breaches. The case was sent back for a new decision by a different official.
Federal Court Upholds RAD's Decision on Viable Internal Flight Alternative
The Federal Court dismissed the claimant's application for judicial review, upholding the Refugee Appeal Division's decision that the claimant had a viable internal flight alternative in Chittagong. The Court ruled that the claimant did not provide sufficient evidence to show that the RAD's decision was unreasonable.
Federal Court Rejects Refugee Claim Due to Fraudulent Documents
Federal Court Rejects Judicial Review Over Immigration Appeal Process
Federal Court Rejects Claimant's EI Benefits Claim
The Federal Court dismissed the claimant's application for judicial review, upholding the denial of Employment Insurance benefits. The Court ruled that the claimant did not demonstrate reasonable alternatives to quitting his job, which is necessary to qualify for EI benefits.
Federal Court Rejects Claimant's Application for Judicial Review on State Protection
Federal Court Rejects Work Permit Application Due to Non-Compliance
Federal Court Upholds Permanent Residency Refusal Due to Spouse's Involvement in Crimes Against Humanity
The Federal Court upheld an officer's decision to deny a permanent residency application because there were reasonable grounds to believe the applicant's spouse was involved in crimes against humanity. The officer relied on reports indicating systematic torture and human rights violations within the Chinese police force, as well as the spouse's high-ranking position and long-term involvement.
Federal Court Declares Work Permit Refusal Unreasonable Due to Lack of Analysis
In a recent Federal Court decision, a work permit application was refused unreasonably because the officer did not properly consider the applicant's request for status restoration under the relevant regulations.
Federal Court Grants Judicial Review for Unreasonable Visa Decision
Federal Court Rejects Incomplete Citizenship Application
Federal Court Strikes Out Statute-Barred and Vexatious Claim
The Federal Court struck out a claimant's lawsuit seeking recovery of $16,061 collected by the CRA through garnishment proceedings. The court ruled the claim was statute-barred and vexatious, considering previous decisions by the Social Security Tribunal and ongoing judicial review.