A few days ago, I had my refugee hearing and received a positive decision on the same day. I had no lawyer, no solid evidence, no interpreter, and the Minister had submitted a 10-page intervention questioning my credibility.
Despite all of this, I focused on my story. I explained the harm I faced, the fear of returning to my country, and why Canada is my only safe place. The board member listened carefully and made their decision based on my testimony alone.
This experience taught me that you don’t need a perfect case to succeed. What matters most is being honest, consistent, and clear about your story.
If you’re preparing for your hearing, stay hopeful and believe in yourself. Everything is possible. You can do this.
Despite all of this, I focused on my story. I explained the harm I faced, the fear of returning to my country, and why Canada is my only safe place. The board member listened carefully and made their decision based on my testimony alone.
This experience taught me that you don’t need a perfect case to succeed. What matters most is being honest, consistent, and clear about your story.
If you’re preparing for your hearing, stay hopeful and believe in yourself. Everything is possible. You can do this.