Canada’s federal courts are grappling with an unprecedented surge in immigration cases, with the Federal Court projecting 24,000 filings by year-end – a staggering 44% increase from 2023. The Courts Administration Service (CAS) has revealed a $35 million annual funding shortfall, leading to significant delays in major cities. Nearly 500 cases have exceeded the mandatory 90-day processing limit in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver, with additional wait times ranging from 9 to 12 weeks. Justice Minister Arif Virani is scheduled to meet with chief justices to address these mounting challenges that threaten access to justice.
Federal courts face critical immigration case backlog amid budget crisis
