This paper provides a general overview of Canada’s Temporary Residence categories, and identifies the requirements to qualify for entry into Canada as a visitor or under a work or study permit. This paper also identifies common reasons Temporary Residence status is refused. In addition, tips for preparing an application to proactively and reactively address reasons for refusal are provided.

This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Immigration Fundamentals program held in Calgary on March 14, 2017 and in Edmonton on March 23, 2017.