What Are the Rights of Refugees in Canada?

Disclaimer: This article is only intended for educational purposes and shouldn't be used as a substitute for legal advice

If you're someone who fears persecution or torture if you leave Canada, you might be eligible for refugee status. Given you fulfill other legal requirements, you can immigrate as a refugee.

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If you're not sure of your rights as a refugee, continue reading.

Non-refoulement

This is one of the most fundamental rights anyone seeking refugee or asylum in Canada has. Once you get your refugee status, you'll not be sent back or deported to any country where your freedom or life might be in danger based on your nationality, race, political opinion, or religion.

Even if a person enters Canada without an entry permit or a visa, the government can't deport you until the refugee application is considered by the relevant authorities.

Non-penalization

People who enter Canada without a valid visa or an entry permit are generally subject to a penalty. However, if your life is in danger and you're a potential refugee, you won't be penalized for "illegal" entry into the country until your refugee application is pending.



Asylum and protection

Universal Declaration of Human Rights dictates that a person who is at risk of their life in their home country has a complete right to apply for asylum and protection in any other country where their life is protected.

Since Canada is part of the Geneva Convention, it cannot deny a person's right to seek protection and asylum. The Canadian government has devised a system in such a way that asylum applications are fairly assessed by the authorities.

Healthcare facilities

Once you obtain the status of a refugee, your rights to Canada's healthcare are the same as a permanent resident or a citizen. You'll receive Interim Federal Healthcare Program automatically as soon as your refugee application is approved by the government.

If you want to apply for refugee status in Canada, Nanda & Associate Lawyers can help you with your application and answer any questions regarding the process. The company has one of the best immigration teams in Canada who will happily assist you in applying for your refugee status in Canada.

Get in touch with them today to book a free consultation with an experienced immigration lawyer who can help with sponsorship visas, entrepreneur visas, rejection appeals, and more.

 

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