BC Refugee Hub Webinar - Understanding the Safe Third Country Agreement (STCA) and Refugee Claimant Eligibility

The BC Refugee Hub is hosting a webinar to support organizations working with refugee claimants and asylum seekers who may be found ineligible to be referred to the Refugee Protection Division and how this connects with policies like the Safe Third Country Agreement (STCA). This session will equip frontline staff with legal context, practical tools, and referral guidance to help them better understand these policies and support clients navigating these complex situations.

Key topics covered:

The regulations and processes regarding client eligibility (Section 101 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act)
Overview of the STCA at official and irregular border crossings
Common documentation issues
Overview of Pre Removal Risk Assessments and when they may or may not be availableWhere to direct clients for legal support and updates

Speaker:

Katie Lay, Lawyer – Immigration and Refugee Legal Clinic (IRLC)
Lisa Brunner – Public Policy Consultant, AMSS

Who is this Webinar for?

This webinar is designed for staff from organizations working with refugee claimants, including settlement workers, service providers, health sector professionals, and community partners, particularly those who are part of the BC Safe Haven program.

Registration Details:

Date: December 3, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (PST)
Location: Zoom – Register below to receive the confirmation email with the Zoom link and details.

BC Refugee Hub Webinar – Understanding the Safe Third Country Agreement (STCA) and Refugee Claimant Eligibility

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