Brinel

Seems like a valid reason. Get as much evidence as possible and file soon. Remember that it is evaluated on a case by case issue

* Moved from IR-1/CR-1 P&P to Canada regional forum. The question is not related to any US visa. *
 
He applies and finds out. I doubt the US-based petition will have any impact as it does nothing for him in Canada (it could be an issue for a US visa, though).