• Traveler presenting court documents at a Canadian border inspection counter

    November 7, 2026

    Can You Enter Canada With a Dismissed DUI Charge? What Border Officers Look At in 2026

    Dismissed DUI Canada cases may still raise border questions. Learn how Canada treats dismissed, withdrawn, or expunged DUI matters at entry.

  • Traveler at Canadian border reviewing documents related to entry after a driving conviction

    November 5, 2026

    Can You Enter Canada With a Reckless Driving Conviction? TRP Options in 2026

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

  • Deemed Rehabilitation Canada Misdemeanor Guide

    November 5, 2026

    Deemed Rehabilitation Canada Misdemeanor Guide

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

  • March 10, 2025

    Denied Entry to Canada: Criminal Inadmissibility, TRPs and Rehabilitation

    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 [...]

  • November 18, 2024

    What Is a Temporary Resident Permit? Canadian TRP Requirements and Options

    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 [...]

  • October 8, 2024

    TRP vs Criminal Rehabilitation: Choosing the Right Canada Entry Option

    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 [...]

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    March 11, 2024

    Temporary Resident Permit to Canada

    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 [...]

  • Temporary Resident Permit

    March 8, 2024

    Applying for Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)

    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 [...]

  • April 15, 2023

    Overcome Inadmissibility with a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)

    (TRP) is a document issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada that allows individuals who are technically inadmissible to Canada to visit the country. Inadmissibility may be due to various reasons, such as a criminal conviction or medical condition that does not meet the requirements for entry into Canada. However, in [...]

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    July 30, 2020

    Criminal Rehabilitation for Inadmissibility Issue to Canada

    Criminal Rehabilitation Criminal Rehabilitation is a means whereby an individual with a criminal record seeks permission from the Canadian government for permission to enter Canada and thereby overcome their criminal inadmissibility. Through their conduct, they must demonstrate not only that they have overcome their criminal behavior but also [...]

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    May 14, 2020

    Apply to Continue stay as Temporary Resident Permit Holder

    Temporary Resident Permit If you are looking to continue your stay in Canada as a permit holder then you would need to apply for Temporary Resident Permit (TRP). TRP is a document that is granted for persons who are inadmissible to Canada or for individuals that do not [...]

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    March 26, 2020

    Removal Order from Canada

    Authorization to Return to Canada ARC If you have received a removal order from the government of Canada and wishing to return then you may be eligible to apply for Authorization to Return to Canada. Individuals that get removal order can be either due to: Refugee application refused [...]