Criminal Rehabilitation: How Long Does It Take?
IRCC advises that individual rehabilitation applications often exceed 12 months. For reliable entry timelines, apply as early as possible.
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Entering Canada for Family With a Past DUI
If you’re hoping to reunite with loved ones in Canada this summer but have a DUI or past conviction, don’t risk being turned away at the border. Here’s how U.S. travelers can overcome criminal inadmissibility and visit family legally.
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Visiting Canadian Parks With a DUI: What to Know
Canadian national parks are a summer highlight for many U.S. travelers, but if you have a DUI or criminal record, crossing the border may not be simple. Here’s what you need to know before your trip to Canada’s national parks.
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Attending a Business Conference in Canada With a DUI
If you have a DUI or criminal conviction and need to attend a business convention in Canada, understanding Canada’s entry requirements is crucial. This guide covers how to legally navigate border rules and maintain your professional plans.
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Planning a Hunting or Fishing Trip to Canada with a DUI
Canada offers some of the world’s best hunting and fishing destinations, but travelers with a DUI or criminal conviction must take extra steps to gain entry. Here’s how.
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Canada After Conviction: Why Lawyer Choice Is Crucial
Canada has strict laws regarding who can enter the country with a criminal record. If you’ve been convicted of an offense in the U.S., you may be deemed criminally inadmissible to Canada. While there are legal ways to overcome this, such as applying for Criminal Rehabilitation or a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP), not every lawyer…
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How Long Can a DUI Bar You from Canada and How to Fix It
Canada takes impaired driving offenses very seriously. If you have a DUI on your record, it can make you criminally inadmissible, preventing you from entering the country. However, your options depend largely on when your DUI occurred and whether you’re eligible for rehabilitation or a temporary resident permit (TRP). Here’s what you need to know…
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Why Dual-Licensed Lawyers Matter for Canada DUI Entry
If you’ve been deemed inadmissible to Canada due to a DUI or criminal conviction, you may be considering a Criminal Rehabilitation application or a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) to regain entry. But successfully preparing and filing these applications requires more than just paperwork, it demands a deep understanding of both Canadian immigration law and U.S….
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DUIs & the 2025 AA Convention in Vancouver Canada
If you’re a U.S. citizen in Alcoholics Anonymous with a DUI, entering Canada for the 2025 AA International Convention could be a challenge. This guide explains how to apply for Criminal Rehabilitation or a Temporary Resident Permit so you don’t miss this important event in Vancouver.
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Can You Go on an Alaska Cruise with a DUI or Criminal Record If It Stops in Canada?
Planning an Alaska cruise is exciting, but if your cruise stops in Canada and you have a DUI or another criminal conviction, you might face travel restrictions. Canadian immigration laws are strict, and certain offenses can make you inadmissible to Canada, affecting your ability to board a cruise or fly through Canadian airports. Will a…
