Stephanie Belanger

Leads enforcement litigation management for ministerial decisions appealed by the public under acts such as AAAMP, the Customs Act, and the Proceeds of Crime and Money Laundering (Terrorist Financing) Act; serves as case manager for external human rights complaints; provides strategic recommendations to senior management and prepares/edits exhaustive litigation documents for judicial and quasi-judicial bodies; represents the CBSA at hearings before CART; synthesizes litigation data into summaries and reports; supports early resolution and monitors settlement commitments; communicates the CBSA position clearly to all parties throughout litigation.

Manages enforcement litigation cases challenging ministerial decisions; case manager for external human rights complaints; drafts briefing notes and extensive litigation documents; represents CBSA at hearings; analyzes litigation data and generates summaries; monitors settlements and ensures compliance; communicates CBSA's position to all parties.

Conducted impartial ministerial reviews related to enforcement action appeals under the Customs Act and related legislation; drafted customized letters articulating the appellant’s case, explained relevant legislation, and summarized evidence; delivered high-quality client service with professionalism and tact; liaised with CBSA ports of entry and programs to gather complete information; produced rigorous written recommendations to confirm, mitigate, or overturn contraventions and penalties; raised policy or procedural gaps with senior management to address affected parties and ensure corrective action.