Bars to Admission
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Every immigrant and potential immigrant should be aware of criminal and medical inadmissibility guidelines. If you or one of your dependants has been convicted of a criminal offence in any country or has a medical condition that might be expected to create an "excessive demand" on Canadian health services, you may be denied an immigrant visa.
We can provide you with expert advice on these potential bars to admission. The medical guidelines are very complex and there has been a significant amount of litigation regarding Immigration Canada's interpretation of the guidelines in our Federal Court. If you have been convicted of a criminal offence in the past, we can also help you to apply for a "Ministerial Approval of Rehabilitation" that will clear the way for you to immigrate.
Not every criminal conviction or medical problem is a bar to admission.
To enable us to better help you, please complete our On-line Immigration Assessment form.
Any comments or concerns regarding the above or other Immigrant and Refugee matters can be addressed by contacting Natasha A. Grof.
