FederalServicesDec 31, 2026ON
Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada_Designated Representative ServicesImmigration and Refugee Board (IRB) - *Canada, Ottawa, Ontario
The Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) is seeking contracted Designated Representatives (DRs) to support and represent vulnerable individuals who cannot represent themselves in immigration and refugee proceedings. This appears to be an opportunity mainly for qualified individuals, although businesses may wish to confirm whether applications can be submitted through an organization or only by individual contractors.
The work may involve protecting and advancing a person’s interests, applying sound judgment, understanding immigration and refugee processes, demonstrating cultural competence, and working with vulnerable populations. Experience in social work, immigration law, advocacy, or related fields is identified as an asset. Assignments would be made on an as-needed basis, and the IRB estimates up to 100 resulting contracts. Work volumes are not guaranteed and may vary based on case needs, language and cultural considerations, suitability, and contractor availability.
Service regions include Quebec and the Atlantic Provinces; Ontario, including Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area; and Western Canada, including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. The notice lists Ottawa and Montreal in the Eastern Region, Toronto and the GTA in the Central Region, and Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Winnipeg among the Western locations.
The stated submission deadline is December 31, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The application package appears to require: a completed and signed DR Program Application Form, a résumé or curriculum vitae, proof that the applicant is at least 18 years old, and proof of Canadian citizenship or legal authorization to work in Canada. Documents are to be submitted electronically to [email protected].
This opportunity may be relevant to an individual or organization with appropriate experience in immigration or refugee matters, advocacy, social services, or work with vulnerable populations. However, the supplied notice does not establish that any particular applicant qualifies, and it is important to confirm the eligibility rules, application process, contract terms, evaluation criteria, regional requirements, and current deadline in the official Canada Buys notice and its attachments before applying. The notice was amended on June 9, 2026, so applicants should use the latest version of the official documents.
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