Stage 1: Humanitarian and Compassionate Considerations – Assessment and Processing in Canada
General procedures following a Positive Stage 1 assessment
Following a positive Stage 1 assessment do the following:
- send an approval in principle letter informing the applicant that:
- the exemption has been granted
- they and their dependants must still meet any admissibility requirements for which they were not granted an exemption. If these requirements are not met, the application for permanent residence may be refused at Stage 2.
- update the paper file, and GCMS including detailed remarks about the exemption granted, date of exemption and the relevant section of IRPA. Begin processing the application for permanent residence (Stage 2).
Humanitarian and compassionate consideration in Canada: Positive Stage 1 assessment – Interim documentation
Applicants who have received a positive Stage 1 assessment may be eligible for interim status pending the finalization of their application, including a study or work permit as follows:
Temporary resident status
Temporary resident status may be extended as long as there is no known inadmissibility. An extension of one year should be sufficient.
When a person has lost temporary resident status, it may be possible to recommend restoration of that status.
Work permit
A work permit may be issued (R200(1)). Applicants may request a work permit by completing an Application to Change Conditions, Extend My Stay or Remain in Canada as a Worker (IMM 5710).
Study permit
A study permit may be issued (R215(g)). Applicants may request a study permit by completing an Application to Change Conditions, Extend My Stay or Remain in Canada as a Student (IMM 5709).
Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)
Applicants in possession of a TRP may apply for a new TRP.
