Visiting Canada in summer 2022? What you can do if you have a criminal record You might still be able to come to Canada with a criminal record. If you are thinking of coming to Canada this summer but a past criminal record is slowing you down, you might want to examine your options to overcome criminal inadmissibility. By Daniel Levy
Why you should apply for a parent and grandparent Super Visa Parents and grandparents of Canadians can get multiple entries over a 10 year period to stay in Canada for up to two years at a time. Canada’s Super Visa is a temporary visa that may be an attractive option for Canadians who wish to bring their foreign parents and grandparents to Canada. By Gabriel Dumitrascu
Will Blue Jays coach be able to come to Canada after DUI? Although impaired driving is a serious crime in Canada, Blue Jays coach Pete Walker may be able to overcome inadmissibility. The Toronto Blue Jays pitching coach, Pete Walker, was arrested for driving under the influence on March 25. The incident has left many to wonder if Walker will be able to come to Canada for home games. By Daniel Levy
Canada is open to tourists again. Here’s how to avoid criminal inadmissibility issues at the border Whether you have a minor or major offense on your record, it is important to plan ahead of your trip to Canada. This year marks the first since the start of the pandemic that Canada is fully open to tourists. By Daniel Levy
Hong Kong immigration to Canada is booming Hong Kong used to be the number one source of immigration to Canada. New IRCC data shows a major increase in Hong Kong residents moving to Canada for permanent residence, and to work and study. Canada is enjoying a resurgence in immigration from Hong Kong. By Kareem El-Assal
Canadian work permits for events hosted by foreign organizations Are you coming to Canada to host a conference or convention? Learn how to determine which of your staff needs work permits, and which do not. If you are planning on hosting an event in Canada this year, Canada offers facilitated work permit options to foreign event organizers. A lawyer can help you enter as a business visitor. They can also help you obtain an LMIA-exempt work permit. By Daniel Levy
Planning a trip to Canada in 2022? How you can overcome your criminal record Canada is open to fully vaccinated tourists. You may be able to visit Canada with a criminal record as long as you prepare ahead of time. Although the coronavirus pandemic has entered its third calendar year, tourism to Canada is set to rebound in 2022. By Daniel Levy
Can I enter Canada with a criminal record? You can enter Canada with a criminal record under the following circumstances. Foreign nationals need to be aware that a criminal record can make them inadmissible to Canada. By Daniel Levy
DUI: How to enter Canada if you have been convicted or charged Since 2018, DUI convictions have been recognized by Canada as serious criminality. Nonetheless, you still have options to enter the country. You may have trouble entering Canada if you have a previous driving under the influence (DUI) offense. By Daniel Levy
