What can you do if you are facing an allegation of Misrepresentation?
for immigrant 2b:
If you have made an application to enter Canada – before you would be found to have misrepresented yourself by CIC, you will be given an opportunity to respond and address CIC’s concerns. This process is known as “procedural fairness” and it is important to be aware of the timeline given for the response by CIC and whether the response will be made at an interview or on paper. Please contact us immediately for assistance, as time is of the essence in cases like these.
If you are in Canada as a temporary or permanent resident – before you would be found to have misrepresented yourself, the CBSA would provide an opportunity to address the allegations. If the CBSA believes that you have misrepresented yourself, they will refer the allegation to the Immigration Division for an Admissibility Hearing. For more information on Admissibility Hearings, click here.
Misrepresentation findings will have significant impact on all future interactions with CIC and the CBSA. It is important to carefully