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Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds

November 17, 2025

This joint session of the Administrative Law Section and Citizenship and Immigration Law Section explores issues related to the exercise of ministerial discretion through the example of “humanitarian and compassionate grounds" in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.

Online | November 17, 2025

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The Nominating and Awards Committee administers our awards and makes recommendations to the Executive Committee.

                            
Committee Chair

                    Michelle Axworthy

                            Cox & Palmer
                                
Halifax, 
NS
                    
Member

                    Jason Cooke

                        he/him
                
                            Burchell Wickwire Bryson LLP
                                
Halifax, 
NS
                    
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                    Katelyn L. M. Morton

                            Mi'kmaw Family & Children's Services of Nova Scotia
                                
Shubenacadie, 
NS
                    
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                    Abha T. Romkey

                            Emera Inc.
                                
Halifax, 
NS