Factors to Consider

Criminality

Medical

Other

• What was the seriousness of the offence?
• Did the crime involve physical harm or violence?
• What was the punishment received for the offence?
• What are the chances of a successful settlement without committing further offences?
• Were drugs or alcohol involved?
• Is there evidence that the person has been reformed or is rehabilitated?
• Is there a pattern of criminal behaviour?
• · Is the person eligible for a pardon or rehabilitation?
• How long has it been since the offence occurred?

• Is the person suffering from a communicable or contagious disease?
• How severe is the person’s anticipated need for health or social services in relation to the demand for these services by Canadian residents?
• What is the cost of the treatment?
• How will the costs be covered?
• Will provincial public health insurers provide insurance coverage?

• Is this a first-time visit and is the person unaware of their inadmissibility?
• Is there an economic benefit for Canadians if the person is coming for business reasons?
• Is this an urgent family situation such as a funeral, wedding or other low-risk compassionate reason?
• Is this a minor inadmissibility, such as a student with a valid Study Permit but an expired visa?
• Is there a pattern of previous or multiple violations of the Act or Regulations?
• Are there public controversial elements to the case that warrant a referral to National Headquarters?
• Is there a settlement risk, as persons continuously on a permit for a specified period of time will be granted permanent residence?