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How to overcome serious criminality to enter Canada

Serious offences may deem someone inadmissible to Canada or subject to a removal order. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) deem offences as serious criminality based on maximum imposable sentences in Canada.

By Julia Hornstein

Overcoming a cannabis conviction to enter Canada

In order to understand foreign cannabis convictions, you must determine whether they have an equivalent in Canadian law. Some foreign convictions that are no longer illegal in Canada, such as possession of limited amounts of cannabis, should not be a problem.

By Julia Hornstein

Can I enter Canada if I have a criminal record, but I’m a performing artist?

If you have a criminal record, it is likely that you will encounter issues entering Canada. If you are a foreign national who has been convicted of an offense or arrested, you may be criminally inadmissible to Canada. No matter the reason for travel, any individual with a criminal record is subject to Canada’s strict […]

By Julia Hornstein

Do I need a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) to enter Canada?

Are you planning to come to Canada to immigrate, study, work, or simply visit? 

By Matt Hendler

U.S. tourists: Your options if you are inadmissible to Canada

Prior to the coronavirus pandemic some 15 million U.S. tourists visited Canada each year.

By Matt Hendler

U.S. tourists to Canada: Do you have a criminal record?

Fully-vaccinated tourists from the United States will be able to travel to Canada effective August 9, 2021.

By Michael Schwartz

Canada to allow cruise ships on November 1, 2021

As of November 1, 2021, cruise ships will be allowed to enter Canada as long as they comply with the Canadian government’s public health guidelines.

By Kareem El-Assal

Canadian permanent resident deported due to serious criminality after serving sentence

The case of Adina Harms-Barbour illustrates the enormous consequences criminal conduct can have on a permanent resident’s status in Canada, even if they have lived here for most of their lives.

By Michael Schwartz

Obtaining a Canadian work permit despite criminality issues

Acquiring a Canadian work permit is the goal of many foreign nationals all around the world. However, with strengthened security and enforcement of immigration laws, receiving a work permit in Canada can be difficult for those who are subject to criminal charges.

By Stephen Sherman