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Last verified: June 2026 · Source: justice.gc.ca← Back to IRPA ExplorerLast verified: June 2026 · Source: justice.gc.ca
PART 1: Immigration to CanadaDIVISION 4: Inadmissibility
§38

Health grounds

Health grounds

Inadmissibility
🍁 In Simple Terms

A person is inadmissible on health grounds if their condition is likely to be a danger to public health, public safety, or would cause excessive demand on health or social services.

Affects: Anyone entering or staying in Canada
Legal Text: IRPA Section 38
In Practice
Official Source: Justice Canada: IRPA s. 38 (authoritative, may differ from this display)
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