Question 31

Obtain the Member's approval for the client to appear in person.

The RCIC should advise obtaining the Member's approval for the client to appear in person. This step is crucial to ensure that the client can present their case effectively during the proceedings.

A) Submit an application to the Minister to hold an in-person hearing.

While submitting an application to the Minister may seem relevant, it is not the immediate step required in this context. The necessity of Member approval takes precedence as it directly pertains to the client's ability to appear in person.

B) Obtain the Member's approval for the client to appear in person.

This option is the correct course of action. Obtaining the Member's approval is essential because it allows the client to participate directly in the hearing, which can significantly impact the outcome of their case.

C) Request a travel document based on physical presence in Canada within the past 365 days.

Requesting a travel document is not pertinent to the immediate issue of whether the client can appear in person. This option does not address the need for approval from the Member, which is a critical step in the process.

D) Re-apply for a PRTD, as the appeal was filed within 60-day window.

Re-applying for a PRTD is also not relevant to the current situation. This option does not focus on the procedural necessity of obtaining approval from the Member for in-person appearance, which is the primary concern.

Conclusion

The correct answer emphasizes the importance of gaining the Member's approval for the client's in-person appearance, which is vital for their representation in the hearing. Other options either do not address the immediate need for approval or pertain to unrelated procedural matters, thus making them insufficient in this context.