From the Bookshelves: Inadmissibility to Canada for Human Rights Violations: Legal Grounds, Case Law, and Remedies for Section 35 Inadmissibility by Al Parsai

Kevin R. Johnson

12 Dec 2025 — 1 min read

Inadmissibility to Canada for Human Rights Violations: Legal Grounds, Case Law, and Remedies for Section 35 Inadmissibility by Al Parsai

Publisher's Abstract

This authoritative guide offers a comprehensive analysis of inadmissibility to Canada on the grounds of human rights violations under section 35 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). Designed for immigration lawyers, regulated immigration consultants, tribunal members, paralegals, IRCC and CBSA officers, and advanced students of Canadian immigration law, the book explores the legal standards, international and domestic frameworks, and key case law that define how Canada enforces accountability through immigration mechanisms.

Through a detailed examination of international law, the Canadian Criminal Code, and IRPA, Al Parsai explains how individuals become inadmissible for past conduct, association, or complicity in crimes such as war crimes, crimes against humanity, and systemic human rights abuses.

This resource also provides practical guidance for legal professionals, including strategies for responding to Procedural Fairness Letters, preparing for IRB hearings, and seeking remedies such as judicial review or ministerial relief.

Whether you're representing clients, researching policy, or navigating your professional obligations, this book is an indispensable reference on one of Canada’s most complex areas of immigration law.

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