Interviewing applicants

In support of transparency efforts, this section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by CIC staff as a courtesy to stakeholders.

Officers conduct interviews with applicants to:

  • ensure that information submitted on the application is truthful and complete;
  • detect and deter fraud;
  • clarify specific information;
  • conduct quality control;
  • give counselling;
  • provide applicants with an opportunity to respond to concerns regarding elements of the application;
  • assess knowledge and language;
  • check health and security grounds;
  • inform applicants about decisions.