Permanent residence
Express Entry profiles, provincial nominee submissions, and permanent residence applications prepared with full supporting evidence.
1183 Finch Ave W Ste 505, North York, ON M3J 2G2, Canada Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat & Sun closed
Practice area · Immigration
Immigration counsel in Toronto
Most of the work at Olwedo Law Professional Corporation is immigration. From permanent residence, refugee claims and sponsorship to refusals, appeals and status problems, you deal directly with Denis O. Olwedo — Barrister & Solicitor, licensed by the Law Society of Ontario.
Representation across the full application life cycle
Immigration files fail for avoidable reasons: a missing document, an unclear explanation, a weak response to an officer's concern, or a deadline that slipped. The firm's approach is to build the record properly the first time — evidence organised, submissions written, and every eligibility issue addressed before an officer has to ask.
Clients across the Greater Toronto Area and throughout Ontario are served from the North York office at 1183 Finch Ave. W., Suite 505, with phone and video meetings available for clients outside Toronto and abroad.
What the firm handles
Work & study permits
Employer-specific and open work permits, post-graduation work permits, study permits, and extensions.
Refugee claims & appeals
Basis of Claim drafting, RPD hearing preparation and representation, RAD appeals, PRRA, and H&C applications.
Spousal & family sponsorship
Spouse, partner, dependent child, and parent or grandparent sponsorship, with evidence that proves the relationship before the officer asks.
Refusals & procedural fairness
Reviewing refusal reasons and GCMS notes, and preparing responses to procedural fairness and misrepresentation concerns.
Appeals & judicial review
Immigration Appeal Division matters and assessment of whether Federal Court judicial review is the right route.
How it works
A clear path from first call to decision
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Case review
You send a summary; the firm reviews history, status, and deadlines.
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Strategy
You get the realistic options, the risks, the timeline, and the fee for each step.
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Preparation
Evidence is gathered and legal submissions are drafted to answer the officer's test.
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Filing & follow-up
The application is filed and monitored, with responses handled as requests arrive.
Answers
Immigration questions people actually search
Common questions from clients in Toronto and across Ontario.
Do I need an immigration counsel in Toronto, or can I apply myself?+
You can apply yourself. People usually retain counsel when the file is complex or the risk is high — a previous refusal, inadmissibility, a misrepresentation allegation, a procedural fairness letter, or a deadline that cannot be missed. Counsel's job is to present the file so the officer can approve it without guessing.
How much does an immigration counsel cost in Ontario?+
Fees depend on the application type and complexity. Olwedo Law Professional Corporation explains the fee for each step before the work starts, so there are no surprises. Call (647) 349-0529 or send a case summary for a quote on your specific matter.
What is a procedural fairness letter and how should I respond?+
It is a letter from IRCC giving you a chance to answer a concern before a decision is made — often about documents, relationship genuineness, or misrepresentation. Deadlines are short and the response usually decides the case, so get advice quickly.
My application was refused. What are my options?+
Depending on the stream, options can include a reconsideration request, a new and better-prepared application, an appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division, or judicial review at the Federal Court. Time limits are strict, so the refusal letter and GCMS notes should be reviewed right away.
Can you help if I am already in Canada and my status expired?+
Restoration of status may be available within 90 days of losing status, subject to conditions. Speak to the firm as soon as possible — the window is short.
How do I make a refugee claim in Canada?+
A claim can be made at a port of entry or inland with IRCC. Once found eligible, it is referred to the Refugee Protection Division and a Basis of Claim form setting out your story must be filed within the required deadline. Preparation and a consistent, corroborated narrative are what decide most claims.
Can I appeal a refused refugee claim?+
Most claims refused by the Refugee Protection Division can be appealed to the Refugee Appeal Division on short deadlines. Where the RAD is unavailable, judicial review, a pre-removal risk assessment, or a humanitarian and compassionate application may be options. Bring the written decision to the first meeting.
How long does spousal sponsorship take in Canada?+
Processing times are published by IRCC and change regularly, and inland and outland streams differ. A well-documented application avoids the delays caused by requests for more information, which are often the real reason a file drags on.
What if my sponsorship application is refused?+
Many family class refusals can be appealed to the Immigration Appeal Division, where new evidence and testimony are possible. Appeal deadlines are short, so the refusal letter should be reviewed immediately.
General information only — not legal advice. Every case turns on its own facts.
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Tell us about your case. We'll tell you where you stand.
Deadlines in all matters move quickly. Send a short summary and the office will respond with next steps — or call now and speak to someone today.
Office
1183 Finch Ave W, Suite 505
North York, ON M3J 2G2, Canada
Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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