Immigration and Refugee Protection Support Program

Navigating Canada’s immigration and refugee protection system can be complex, stressful, and emotionally overwhelming. Hope for Refugees International provides trusted, culturally competent, and trauma-informed immigration support to refugees, asylum seekers, and newcomers so they can safely pursue protection, legal status, and long-term stability.

The program provides: 

Our program provides personalized guidance to individuals preparing and submitting refugee claims, including;

• Support  with completing immigration forms, 
• Gathering and organizing evidence, 
• Preparing for Immigration and Refugee Board hearings. 
• Mock hearing preparation, 
• Documentation support, and 
• Emotional readiness guidance to help individuals feel confident and prepared. 
• Connecting clients to to qualified immigration lawyers and 
• Assistance with Legal Aid Ontario applications.

In addition, we support refugee clients with other immigration pathways, including navigating work permit applications and renewals, refugee travel documents, permanent residency applications, citizenship applications, humanitarian and compassionate applications, and appeals processes such as Pre-Removal Risk Assessments. Our team ensures refugees and asylum seekers understand their rights, options, and responsibilities throughout the process.

Recognizing the emotional toll of immigration uncertainty, we also provide trauma-informed emotional support and referrals to mental health and wellness services. Our goal is to ensure that every individual has access to accurate information, compassionate support, and the resources needed to pursue safety and stability.