🍁 In Simple Terms
In immigration proceedings, the applicant bears the burden of proving they meet the requirements for entry or status. Unlike criminal proceedings, you are not presumed admissible — you must prove you qualify.
Affects: Immigration applicants (economic, family, humanitarian)
Legal Text — IRPA Section 17
In Practice
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Official Source: Justice Canada — IRPA s. 17 (authoritative, may differ from this display)
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