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Immigration and Refugee Protection Act

s. 41 Non-compliance with Act

  • PART 1: Immigration to Canada
  • DIVISION 4: Inadmissibility
  • Inadmissibility

Last verified: June 2026 · Source: justice.gc.ca

The law says

IRPA s. 41
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41 A person is inadmissible for failing to comply with this Act

  • (a)in the case of a foreign national, through an act or omission which contravenes, directly or indirectly, a provision of this Act; and
  • (b)in the case of a permanent resident, through failing to comply with subsection 27(2) or section 28.

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Overstaying in Canada: Consequences, Restoration & Re-EntryCan You Work or Study on a Visitor Visa in Canada?Denied Entry to Canada: What to Do NextHow Long Can You Stay in Canada as a Visitor?Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Guide 2026Implied Status & Restoration of Status: What Happens When Your Permit Expires

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