🍁 In Simple Terms
The Immigration Division handles inadmissibility hearings and detention reviews. Its members — including a Deputy Chairperson and Assistant Deputy Chairpersons — are appointed under the standard federal public service hiring rules.
Affects: Refugee claimants and protected persons
Legal Text — IRPA Section 172
(1)The Immigration Division consists of the Deputy Chairperson, Assistant Deputy Chairpersons and other members necessary to carry out its functions.
Public Service Employment Act
(2)The members of the Immigration Division are appointed in accordance with the Public Service Employment Act.
Amendment History (2)
2001, c. 27, s. 172
2010, c. 8, s. 29
In Practice
Related Sections
Official Source: Justice Canada — IRPA s. 172 (authoritative, may differ from this display)
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