CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION
Immigration Practice
Motion for extension of time for filing applicants’ record allowed—Election to proceed orally rather than bringing motion in writing pursuant to Federal Courts Rules, r. 369 as is norm in immigration leave applications appears antithetical to statutory, regulatory objectives of efficiency, expediency— As a rule, Registry should seek directions from Court with respect to motion in immigration leave application not brought in writing—Federal Courts Rules, SOR/98‑106, rr. 1 (as am. by SOR/2002‑83, s. 2), 369.
Padda v. Canada (Minister of Citizenship and Immigration) (IMM‑2662‑06, 2006 FC 995, Lafrenière P., order dated 17/8/06, 4 pp.)