🍁 In Simple Terms
Defines key terms used throughout the Act, including "foreign national," "permanent resident," and "refugee."
Affects: Foreign nationals and permanent residents in Canada
Legal Text: IRPA Section 2
(1)The definitions in this subsection apply in this Act.
Act includes regulations and instructions
(2)Unless otherwise indicated, references in this Act to “this Act” include regulations made under it and instructions given under subsection 14.1(1).
Amendment History (2)
2001, c. 27, s. 2
2012, c. 17, s. 2, c. 19, s. 700
In Practice
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Official Source: Justice Canada: IRPA s. 2 (authoritative, may differ from this display)
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