Learn when reckless driving Canada issues may cause inadmissibility and when a Temporary Resident Permit may help for work or family travel.

Learn when one old U.S. misdemeanor may qualify for deemed rehabilitation in Canada and why border officers may still review admissibility.

Bringing Your Girlfriend to Canada: From Visitor Visa to Spousal Sponsorship Embarking on the journey in bringing your girlfriend to Canada involves understanding the intricacies of immigration processes. Let's explore how you can obtain a visitor visa and then transition into spousal sponsorship, acknowledging that experiencing life together [...]

Choosing how to immigrate to Canada starts with your circumstances, not a ranking of supposedly easy programs. Employment history, education, language results, family relationships, intended destination and immigration status can lead to different assessments. A route that worked for another person may not be available [...]

Facing denied entry to Canada due to a past mistake? It’s frustrating, overwhelming, and can make you feel like your future is slipping away. Maybe you’re planning to visit family, pursue a business opportunity, or just explore Canada—but suddenly, a criminal record from years ago is standing [...]

What is Temporary Resident Permit A Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) is a unique pathway allowing individuals who would otherwise be inadmissible to enter or remain in Canada temporarily. This special permit is issued at the discretion of Canadian immigration authorities to those who have compelling reasons for entering [...]

Canada’s immigration laws can be pretty strict, especially when it comes to people with past criminal convictions. However, there are options available for individuals looking to enter Canada despite those issues: the Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) and Criminal Rehabilitation. Both of these processes are designed to help people [...]

Policy commentary: This article discusses proposals and trade-offs. Proposed reforms are not current legal requirements.Improving Immigration: Practical Solutions for a Sustainable Future Canada's immigration system is vital to our nation's growth, but there are ways we can improve the process to better serve both newcomers and the country. [...]

Denied Entry to Canada for a DUI? Canada has strict immigration and border security policies, which include rigorous checks on individuals with criminal records. One common reason for being denied entry into Canada is a past conviction for driving under the influence (DUI). Have you been denied entry [...]

When a sponsorship refusal may be appealedA refusal of a family-class permanent resident visa may give the sponsor a right of appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD). Check the refusal letter, application class and statutory restrictions immediately. Not every sponsorship-related refusal has an IAD appeal route, and [...]

A Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) to Canada may allow a foreign national who is inadmissible, or who does not meet immigration requirements, to enter or remain temporarily when an officer finds a compelling justification. Approval is discretionary. A travel booking, family invitation or business appointment does not guarantee [...]

Applying for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) requires more than explaining why you want to visit Canada. You need to identify the immigration problem, use the correct application route and provide evidence that supports the requested stay. An officer decides whether the reasons justify temporary permission despite inadmissibility [...]