12 years in Canada. No status. Deported. Long-term presence in Canada does not equal immigratio

Added: 2026-06-02

[00:00:00]Canada deported someone who had lived here for 12 years. No criminal record, no fraud, they just never got a proper status, never dealt with it. They thought, "I've been here for so long, they wouldn't touch me." But that's not how Canadian immigration law works.

[00:00:16]Being in Canada for a long time does not give you the status. It does not protect you from removal, but it can do something when handled correctly. It can build a foundation for agency application. Establishment in Canada matters legally, but only if someone structures it properly as a legal argument. If you or someone you know has lived here in Canada without proper status, the worst thing to do is just wait. I'm Alisa, a regulated Canadian immigration consultant. If your case matters to you, treat it seriously. Book consultation before you submit anything.

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