Describing one’s background to apply for asylum is a crucial step, but it is often intimidating and complex to navigate alone. Filling out the “Basis of the Asylum Claim” form and writing a narrative of the events experienced in the country of origin is a crucial step that asylum seekers must complete very quickly upon their arrival in Canada. Similarly, individuals in the PRRA process must act very quickly to submit these documents. It is difficult for many people to find affordable, quality legal representation for this essential step.

On Fridays from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, volunteers will be paired with individuals wishing to file an asylum claim or a PRRA application. Throughout the day, a draft will be prepared, and we will then assist participants in finding a representative or arranging a quick consultation with an immigration lawyer for urgent situations. The structure of these sessions is designed to foster a collective support dynamic for all participants and volunteers

Topics covered: The asylum application process and its stages, intercultural, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive intervention, best practices, and legal concepts for assisting with the drafting of protection applications.
Following this, a commitment of at least two Fridays per month and during a minimum of four months is required, with some flexibility possible (e.g., travelling).

We are looking for individuals who can combine active listening, attention to detail, and empathy to assist in the writing of sensitive life stories. Volunteers must demonstrate a knack for narrative synthesis and be prepared to apply the intercultural and anti-oppressive approaches learned during training.

Volunteer applications for Summer 2026 are now closed. We invite you to fill out the form if you would like to be placed on the waiting list for our second recruitment and training cycle, which will take place in Fall 2026. Thank you very much for your interest in the Support Clinic!