Bill C-12 Immigration Legal Services
Experienced Legal Guidance for Immigration Changes Under Bill C-12
Canada’s Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act (Bill C-12) received Royal Assent on March 26, 2026, introducing significant changes to the immigration and asylum system. The legislation includes new asylum-claim eligibility rules, changes to the asylum process, expanded information-sharing authorities, and new government powers concerning certain immigration documents and applications.
Our immigration lawyers help individuals and families understand how these changes may affect their immigration circumstances. We provide case-specific legal advice and representation for clients dealing with asylum eligibility concerns, immigration applications affected by new measures, document issues, and other legal matters arising from the implementation of Bill C-12. Because the legislation is being implemented in stages, professional advice can help you understand the rules applicable to your specific situation.
Top 3 Areas We Help With
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Asylum & Refugee Claim Eligibility
We assess whether recent Bill C-12 eligibility rules may affect your refugee claim, including the new rules concerning claims made more than one year after certain first entries into Canada and claims following irregular entry from the United States.
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Immigration Applications & Documents
We provide guidance where changes introduced by Bill C-12 may affect immigration applications or documents, including visas, work permits, study permits, and other immigration documents.
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Legal Advice & Representation
If you receive an eligibility decision, refusal, notice, or other immigration decision affected by the new framework, we can review your circumstances and explain the legal options that may be available.
Concerned About How Bill C-12 May Affect You?
If you have a pending immigration application, are considering making a refugee claim, have received an immigration notice, or are uncertain about how the new Bill C-12 measures may apply to your circumstances, professional legal advice can help you understand your position before taking your next step.
Our immigration lawyers can review your immigration history, application status, relevant documents, and the circumstances surrounding your case. We can explain the applicable Bill C-12 provisions, identify potential concerns, and discuss available legal pathways or strategies where appropriate.
Whether you are dealing with an asylum eligibility issue, immigration document concern, application matter, or another situation affected by Canada’s changing immigration framework, our team is available to provide personalized legal guidance.
Contact us today to discuss your circumstances and learn how our immigration lawyers can help you navigate the changes introduced by Bill C-12.