Author: Christine Jurusik

CHRISTINE JURUSIK is a Partner at Richards and Jurusik and Focuses her practice solely on U.S. Immigration law, with a specialized focus on advising families and individuals on the family-based immigration process and on obtaining U.S. Citizenship. She also handles Canadian Rehabilitation and DUI inadmissibility matters for U.S. Citizens seeking to overcome inadmissibility to Canada. (Full Bio)

DUI Offenses | Entry to Canada | Other Criminal Offenses

Urgent Work Travel to Canada: Can a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) Save Your Business Trip?
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: August 12, 2026

A prior DUI, criminal conviction, or other inadmissibility issue can disrupt urgent business travel to Canada. A Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) may provide a temporary pathway to enter Canada when there is a compelling, well-documented reason for travel. Learn when a TRP may be considered, what evidence can strengthen an application, and how it differs from Criminal Rehabilitation.

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L1 Visa: Success Stories | Successful Case Results | US Immigration for Canadians

Helping a Canadian Manager Secure L-1A Status to Lead a U.S. Affiliate
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: July 30, 2026

A Canadian manager successfully obtained a three-year L-1A visa after our team documented a complex corporate ownership structure and secured approval at the U.S. border.

“Christine and her team made the visa process smooth and stress-free. They answered all my questions and were incredibly helpful throughout!”
– Laura Beck

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DUI Offenses | Entry to Canada | Other Criminal Offenses

How a DUI Can Impact Concert Tours, Film Productions, and Live Events in Canada
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: June 23, 2026

A DUI can do more than affect your driving record – it can disrupt concert tours, delay film productions, and prevent entry to Canada. Learn what entertainment professionals need to know.

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DUI Offenses | Entry to Canada | Other Criminal Offenses

Can Entertainment Industry Professionals Enter Canada with a DUI or Criminal Record?
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: June 24, 2026

Musicians, actors, film crews, production teams, and touring professionals may face entry issues when traveling to Canada with a DUI or criminal record. Learn what options may be available.

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DUI Offenses | Entry to Canada | Other Criminal Offenses

Canada Entry for Musicians, Actors, Film Crews, and Production Teams with a DUI
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: June 22, 2026

A DUI or criminal record can create serious travel issues for musicians, actors, film crews, and production teams entering Canada. Learn your options before your next project or tour.

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Law360 Canada Features Christine Jurusik on New USCIS Adjustment of Status Policy
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: June 15, 2026

Law360 Canada recently featured Christine Jurusik’s analysis of USCIS’s new adjustment of status policy and what it means for Canadian companies, professionals, and families.

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DUI Offenses | Entry to Canada | Other Criminal Offenses

Can Music Artists Enter Canada with a DUI or Criminal Record?
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: May 28, 2026

Music artists, DJs, bands, and touring crews may be denied entry to Canada because of a DUI or criminal record. Learn how TRPs and Criminal Rehabilitation can help.

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DUI Offenses | Entry to Canada | Other Criminal Offenses

Can Roadies and Tour Crew Enter Canada with a DUI?
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: May 28, 2026

Roadies, sound engineers, lighting crews, and tour staff can be denied entry to Canada because of a DUI or criminal record. Learn your options before touring.

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DUI Offenses | Entry to Canada | Other Criminal Offenses

Can Film Crew Members Enter Canada with a Criminal Record?
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: May 28, 2026

Film crew members, production staff, and behind-the-scenes professionals may face issues entering Canada with a DUI or criminal record. Learn your options.

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DUI Offenses | Entry to Canada | Other Criminal Offenses

Traveling to Canada for FIFA with a DUI or Criminal Record
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: May 28, 2026

Planning to attend FIFA matches in Canada? A DUI or criminal record could affect your entry. Learn how TRPs and Criminal Rehabilitation may help.

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Mario Rodriguez
Toronto, Ontario

Author: Christine Jurusik

Urgent Work Travel to Canada: Can a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) Save Your Business Trip?

Helping a Canadian Manager Secure L-1A Status to Lead a U.S. Affiliate

How a DUI Can Impact Concert Tours, Film Productions, and Live Events in Canada

Can Entertainment Industry Professionals Enter Canada with a DUI or Criminal Record?

Canada Entry for Musicians, Actors, Film Crews, and Production Teams with a DUI

Law360 Canada Features Christine Jurusik on New USCIS Adjustment of Status Policy

Can Music Artists Enter Canada with a DUI or Criminal Record?

Can Roadies and Tour Crew Enter Canada with a DUI?

Can Film Crew Members Enter Canada with a Criminal Record?

Traveling to Canada for FIFA with a DUI or Criminal Record

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