Facts:
- Satnam Singh came to Canada from India seeking refuge status. Canada's government rejected his case under the Immigration Act, 1976.
- The Immigration Act, 1976, did not allow Mr. Singh to state his case in person or to appeal the government's decision on his case.
- The Supreme court said this violated section 7 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which states: Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of the person, and has the right not to be deprived thereof except in accordance with the principles of fundamental justice.
- The Supreme Court said everyone in the Charter means everyone - every person physically present in Canada
The Result:
- People who come to Canada as refugees have the right to a hearing, which they attend in person.
- Canada established a board to provide quick and fair hearings.
- The Canadian government provides refugees with basic necessities, while they wait for their hearing.