Our brief outlines these in more detail. I'd also refer you to the brief by the Canadian Council for Refugees, as there are great parallels there.
Creating a system that protects the most vulnerable—women who are fleeing domestic violence, LGBT refugees—creates a system that works well for all refugees. Our suggestions include that we stay with the existing legislation in terms of the provisions under IRPA and now the Balanced Refugee Reform Act, although remove the screening interview at 15 days; and maintain the written basis of claim document and allow a decent amount of time. I think the CCR recommended 30 days. That would work for us.
I believe there's no need to legislate timelines, really. As long as the refugee board is well staffed, hearings will be scheduled. That's what's getting in the way, not lack of legislation.