Understanding the Four Divisions of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Board: A Complete Guide
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The Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) is Canada’s largest independent quasi-judicial tribunal. It plays a critical role in deciding who can remain in Canada and under what circumstances. The IRB operates without political interference, ensuring fairness and transparency in every decision it makes. Established under sections 151–169 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) in 1989, the IRB handles complex cases related to refugee protection, admissibility, detention, and immigration appeals through its four specialized divisions: Refugee Protection Division (RPD ) Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) Immigration Division (ID) Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) 📌 Overview of the IRB: Key Facts Mandate: To deliver fair, timely, and transparent decisions on refugee claims, sponsorships, admissibility, and detention matters. Structure: Each of the four divisions is supported by legal services, registry staff...