Refugee Appeals (RAD) & Related Remedies

If your refugee claim is refused by the Refugee Protection Division (RPD), you may have the right to appeal to the Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) or seek judicial review in Federal Court. We help you challenge decisions that contain reviewable errors and protect your rights.

We build strong appeal records: analyze reasons and evidence, identify errors of law, fact, or mixed fact and law, address credibility and fairness concerns, and prepare persuasive written submissions. When processing is unreasonably delayed, we assess mandamus options to compel timely action.

How We Help With RAD Appeals

From notice of appeal to appellant's record and written submissions, we manage deadlines, strategy, and advocacy. Where appropriate, we request an oral hearing and seek stays when removal risk exists.

Common Grounds For Appeal

Appeals and reviews focus on whether the decision was lawful, reasonable, and fair. Strong grounds target specific errors and evidence handling.

• Errors of law or misapplication of criteria
• Unreasonable credibility findings
• Misapprehension or improper weighting of evidence
• Procedural fairness issues (notice, reasons, bias)
• Country conditions and risk not properly assessed

• What is RAD and how is it different from RPD?

• What are the filing timelines for RAD appeals?

• Can I submit new evidence in my RAD appeal?

• Can RAD hold an oral hearing for my appeal?

• Will filing a RAD appeal stop my removal from Canada?