Canadian immigration policies and processes can be confusing, and it is not easy to find affordable, trustworthy guidance. However, I do not represent private clients, nor have I ever operated an immigration consultancy business.
See resources below – and if you have a useful link to add, email me!
Self-directed learning
- Basic information on immigrating to British Columbia (also mostly applicable to other provinces and territories)
- My Refugee Claim guide
- Information about Making a Refugee Claim at the Canada Border from the Canada-US Border Rights Clinic
- Considering Canada: Information for LGBTQI Americans Looking to Move from Egale Canada
Hire a representative
- Who can help with immigration and citizenship applications
- Tips on finding a lawyer from People’s Law School and the Law Society of British Columbia
- Access Pro Bono Lawyer Referral Service
Lower-cost options
If you can’t afford representation, you may qualify for support from one or more of the programs below; eligibility requirements vary.
- Legal Aid BC
- UBC Law Students’ Legal Advice Program
- Access Pro Bono
- Immigration & Refugee Legal Clinic
- MOSAIC Legal Advocacy Program
- Rainbow Refugee
- Temporary residents in Canada can connect with the Migrant Workers Alliance for Change to stay up-to-date on policy changes and resources
Displaced scholars and researchers
- Database of opportunities in Canada for displaced scholars and researchers who are currently in Canada and outside Canada
International students
- Detailed information on study permits and related documents from the UBC International Student Guide (also mostly applicable to students at other institutions)
- UBC students and alumni can access International Student Advising services