Seminar ID

BC-2026-02-14

Date and time

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 14:00 EST see it in calendar

Attendance

• webinar
• recording

Languages

• in English

CPD hours

Venue

Webinar
Capacity: 150

Description

1. Introduction & Learning Objectives 

• Welcome and presenter introduction
• Why TRVs remain one of the highest refusal-rate applications
• Current enforcement posture and risk trends
• Learning objectives:
• Understand the legal framework governing TRVs and Super Visas
• Identify common refusal grounds and how to mitigate them
• Apply policy guidance and case law to real-world files
• Strengthen advocacy through evidence-based submissions

2. Legal Framework for TRVs 

2.1 Statutory Authority

• IRPA s.20(1)(b) – Temporary intent

IRPR s.179 – Requirements for issuance of TRV

• IRPR s.22(2) – Dual intent

2.2 Officer Discretion & Burden of Proof

• Standard of proof: balance of probabilities
• Applicant’s onus vs officer discretion
• Role of GCMS notes and ODN;s in understanding refusal reasoning

3. Temporary Intent vs Dual Intent 

• Distinguishing temporary intent from dual intent
• Common misconceptions (PR intent ≠ automatic refusal)
• Practical drafting of dual-intent LOEs
• Case law highlights
• Red flags officers assess when PR pathways exist

4. Core TRV Eligibility Factors & Risk Assessment 

4.1 Ties to Home Country

• Employment, income stability, business ownership
• Family ties vs “family pull” to Canada
• Country conditions and travel history

4.2 Purpose of Travel

• Visit vs extended stays
• Supporting documentation hierarchy
• Avoiding vague or inconsistent narratives

4.3 Financial Capacity

• Proof of funds expectations
• Large deposits, sponsors, and credibility issues
• Use of affidavits and third-party support

4.4 Travel History & Compliance

• Positive vs neutral travel history
• Prior refusals and disclosure obligations

5. Super Visa Deep Dive

5.1 Legal & Program Requirements

• Definition of eligible family members
• Length of stay and re-entry rules

5.2 Financial Requirements

• LICO thresholds and household size
• Common mistakes with NOAs and income calculations
• Multiple sponsors and co-signers

5.3 Medical Insurance & Medical Exams

• Minimum coverage requirements
• Insurance validity vs travel duration
• Common refusal triggers related to insurance

5.4 Super Visa vs Regular TRV Strategy

• When Super Visa is not advisable
• Transitioning from TRV → Super Visa
• Extensions and in-Canada considerations

6. Refusal Analysis & Case Law 

6.1 Common Refusal Grounds

• s.179(b): ties, purpose, finances
• Credibility and inconsistency
• Family composition concerns

6.2 Federal Court Trends

• Procedural fairness
• Boilerplate refusals
• Weight of evidence vs officer conclusions

6.3 Using GCMS Notes Strategically

• What to look for
• Timing ATIP requests
• Using notes in re-applications

7. Advocacy & Drafting Best Practices

• Structuring a persuasive LOE
• Evidence mapping to refusal grounds
• Avoiding over-documentation
• Tone: legal advocacy vs storytelling
• Ethical boundaries and RCIC obligations

8. Practitioner Tips, Trends & IRCC Updates

• Recent policy shifts impacting TRVs and Super Visas
• AI-assisted triaging and risk profiling
• What practitioners should expect in 2025–2026
• Practice management tips for TRV files