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PART 1: Immigration to CanadaDIVISION 3: Entering and Remaining in Canada
§29

Obligation — temporary resident

Obligation — temporary resident

Permanent Residents
🍁 In Simple Terms

Sets out the obligations of temporary residents. A temporary resident is authorized to enter and remain in Canada only on a temporary basis, must comply with any conditions imposed (such as the type of work or study permitted), and must leave Canada by the end of the period authorized for their stay.

Affects: Immigration applicants (economic, family, humanitarian)
Legal Text: IRPA Section 29

(1)A temporary resident is, subject to the other provisions of this Act, authorized to enter and remain in Canada on a temporary basis as a visitor or as a holder of a temporary resident permit.

Obligation — temporary resident

(2)A temporary resident must comply with any conditions imposed under the regulations and with any requirements under this Act, must leave Canada by the end of the period authorized for their stay and may re-enter Canada only if their authorization provides for re-entry.

Amendment History (2)
2001, c. 27, s. 29
2023, c. 21, s. 3
In Practice
Official Source: Justice Canada: IRPA s. 29 (authoritative, may differ from this display)
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