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Starting a new life in Canada

Planning to immigrate to Canada? It’s important to work with a qualified immigration lawyer.

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Find an immigration lawyer who speaks your language. Use our free online directory.  

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Free legal services for refugees

Lawyers in the CBA Immigration Law Section are offering pro bono (free) services to support people who wish to come to Canada to escape natural or political disasters. We are currently providing services to people affected by the crises in Afghanistan and Ukraine.   

Immigration resources

Successful immigration to Canada

Read our tips on working with a qualified immigration lawyer. It can mean the difference between a successful application and a rejected one.

Travelling with a child

Prepare for a safe and stress-free trip travelling with a child, whether you’re in a relationship, single, separated or divorced, or travelling with someone else’s child.

Immigration guides

Learn about Canadian refugee law and procedures for asylum seekers. For lawyers, we offer a guide to mobility provisions for businesspeople under CETA.

Immigrating to Canada videos

Watch our CBA videos on cross-border business, becoming a permanent resident of Canada and sponsoring your spouse to come to Canada.