Legal Rights and Responsibilities

Topics

• Understanding Immigration Status (2 discussions)
  Rights tied to refugee, permanent resident, or temporary status.
• Work and Employment Rights (2 discussions)
  Minimum wage, workplace protections, and avoiding exploitation.
• Housing and Tenant Rights (2 discussions)
  Protections for renters and how to access legal help.
• Access to Legal Aid and Services (2 discussions)
  Availability, affordability, and language accessibility of legal support.
• Family Reunification and Legal Processes (2 discussions)
  Rights around sponsoring family members and timelines.
• Responsibilities Under Canadian Law (2 discussions)
  Taxation, civic duties, and compliance expectations.
• Criminal Justice and Newcomers (2 discussions)
  Disproportionate risks, rights during arrest, and rehabilitation supports.
• Pathways to Citizenship and Legal Protections (2 discussions)
  Naturalization, voting rights, and civic participation.
• Discrimination and Human Rights Protections (2 discussions)
  Legal recourse when facing racism, xenophobia, or systemic barriers.
• Future of Immigration Law and Policy (2 discussions)
  Trends in reforms, international obligations, and shifting protections.