help keep Leo Zuniga in Canada
My darling, darling Leo (first time in this LJ I didn't use his codename, and no I will not remind anyone what it is) is in danger of being deported....I don't wanna lose another friend to a useless immigration system. Please please pleeeeeeaaase take a minute to dash off a letter in his support.
I am kindly asking for your support in my ongoing application for Canadian Permanent Resident. Please find below a synopsis of my current situation.
I arrived in Canada in September 2004. On my arrival, I applied for Refugee status on the basis of my sexual orientation. In June 2005, my application was rejected, the Refugee Board stating that “my life would not be in danger in Mexico City” if I were to return there. I know this is not so. Upon receipt of my refusal letter, I submitted a request for a Judicial Review on my file. Last month, my request for Judicial Review was dismissed by the Federal Courts.
After more than two years of living in Canada, I have had the opportunity to live openly and freely as a gay man, and develop and expand myself in a spiritual, personal and professional capacity. After arriving to this country, I felt as though I was “reborn”. I was finally able to express my true self, as compared to back home in Mexico where I was limited in how I could show my true feelings and live my life. I was unable to enjoy life as I now do in Canada. I am asking to be able to live in Canada legally so that I can continue live in dignity and without fear.
I will be submitting an application to CIC - Citizenship and Immigration Canada - on Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds. As you already know, if I am forced to return to Mexico, I will face tremendous hardship and face a life of fear and danger. I would appreciate you helping me to validate my contributions, commitment and support to Canadian society, and in particular the LGBT community in Toronto.
If you could please write a letter of support on my behalf, I will be very grateful for your help
GUIDELINES TO WRITING A LETTER IN SUPPORT OF Leonardo:
The letter should be dated.
The letter should be addressed to Citizenship and Immigration Canada
The “Re:” section should say Jose Leonardo Zuniga Mujica / Humanitarian & Compassionate Application
You should start your letter by saying that you are writing in support of Jose Leonardo Zuniga Mujica’s application for permanent residence in Canada on humanitarian and compassionate grounds.
If you personally know Leonardo, state your relationship to him, how long you have known him and how you learned about him and/or his case.
State specifically what your impressions are of Leonardo and why you support his case.
Describe Leonardo i.e. hardworking, honest, moral character, etc.
Describe Leonardo’s contributions to Canadian society, work, volunteer and charitable work, etc. How Leonardo spends his spare time.
What kind of support can be offered i.e. moral, financial support, job offer, accommodations, etc.
Likelihood of applicant being self sufficient.
Indicate that you are aware that Leonardo was denied refugee status applications.
If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, please state this and, if possible, attach a copy of your citizenship or permanent resident card.
Describe what day time or evening phone number is best to discuss the content of the letter.
Yours truly,
Full legal name and sign
Full address
Work, Home and Cell Phone number
E-mail
From ARTWHERK! to SOY to Toronto Youth Cabinet to Diversidad to Grupo Hola to Toronto Pride to H&M (you know you shop there), Leo is a valued queer community member who deserves your help.
I am kindly asking for your support in my ongoing application for Canadian Permanent Resident. Please find below a synopsis of my current situation.
I arrived in Canada in September 2004. On my arrival, I applied for Refugee status on the basis of my sexual orientation. In June 2005, my application was rejected, the Refugee Board stating that “my life would not be in danger in Mexico City” if I were to return there. I know this is not so. Upon receipt of my refusal letter, I submitted a request for a Judicial Review on my file. Last month, my request for Judicial Review was dismissed by the Federal Courts.
After more than two years of living in Canada, I have had the opportunity to live openly and freely as a gay man, and develop and expand myself in a spiritual, personal and professional capacity. After arriving to this country, I felt as though I was “reborn”. I was finally able to express my true self, as compared to back home in Mexico where I was limited in how I could show my true feelings and live my life. I was unable to enjoy life as I now do in Canada. I am asking to be able to live in Canada legally so that I can continue live in dignity and without fear.
I will be submitting an application to CIC - Citizenship and Immigration Canada - on Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds. As you already know, if I am forced to return to Mexico, I will face tremendous hardship and face a life of fear and danger. I would appreciate you helping me to validate my contributions, commitment and support to Canadian society, and in particular the LGBT community in Toronto.
If you could please write a letter of support on my behalf, I will be very grateful for your help
GUIDELINES TO WRITING A LETTER IN SUPPORT OF Leonardo:
The letter should be dated.
The letter should be addressed to Citizenship and Immigration Canada
The “Re:” section should say Jose Leonardo Zuniga Mujica / Humanitarian & Compassionate Application
You should start your letter by saying that you are writing in support of Jose Leonardo Zuniga Mujica’s application for permanent residence in Canada on humanitarian and compassionate grounds.
If you personally know Leonardo, state your relationship to him, how long you have known him and how you learned about him and/or his case.
State specifically what your impressions are of Leonardo and why you support his case.
Describe Leonardo i.e. hardworking, honest, moral character, etc.
Describe Leonardo’s contributions to Canadian society, work, volunteer and charitable work, etc. How Leonardo spends his spare time.
What kind of support can be offered i.e. moral, financial support, job offer, accommodations, etc.
Likelihood of applicant being self sufficient.
Indicate that you are aware that Leonardo was denied refugee status applications.
If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, please state this and, if possible, attach a copy of your citizenship or permanent resident card.
Describe what day time or evening phone number is best to discuss the content of the letter.
Yours truly,
Full legal name and sign
Full address
Work, Home and Cell Phone number
From ARTWHERK! to SOY to Toronto Youth Cabinet to Diversidad to Grupo Hola to Toronto Pride to H&M (you know you shop there), Leo is a valued queer community member who deserves your help.