Could You Enter Canada?

Under IRPA (the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act), certain grounds, like a criminal record, health condition, or financial situation, can make someone inadmissible to Canada. Sections 34–42 of IRPA list every ground. This explorer helps you understand which sections may be relevant to your situation.

It walks you through the same areas of Canadian immigration legislation that apply to admissibility, criminal history, health, finances, visa requirements, and more. Based on your answers, it shows you which IRPA sections are relevant and what they mean in plain language. No jargon, no guesswork.

Yes. For offences on or after December 18, 2018, impaired operation (Criminal Code s.320.14) carries a maximum of 10 years, which generally falls under serious criminality (IRPA s.36(1)). Because deemed rehabilitation does not apply to serious criminality, the options usually discussed are applied (criminal) rehabilitation, generally available 5 years after completing the sentence, or a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP). An officer always decides; confirm current rules on canada.ca.

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No. This is an educational tool that explains publicly available Canadian immigration legislation in plain language. It does not replace a licensed immigration lawyer or RCIC. For complex situations, especially involving multiple convictions or serious criminality, we always recommend consulting a professional.

We believe everyone planning a future in Canada deserves access to the information that shapes it. The explorer, all 180+ guides, and every tool on this site are free. Optional deep dives are available for those who want a more detailed breakdown of how the legislation applies to their specific situation.