Editor’s note
In the past, it was difficult for people living with HIV to immigrate to Canada due to limitations set by federal immigration legislation. In the federal government’s most recent revision (April 2021), the cost representing an “excessive demand” for the health care system was increased to $21,798 CAD. This is likely to remove most, but not all, barriers to immigration for people living with HIV. We refer to the HIV Legal Network statement below.
Entry and residence regulations
(Source: 1)
June 2005 effective changes to visitor visa process affecting entry into Canada for people living with HIV:
(Source: 2)
The Global Criminalisation Scan is an initiative of GNP+. It aims to collect and keep up to date information on national and state level laws criminalising the transmission of or exposure to HIV. It also aims to provide an easily accessible ‘clearing-house’ of resources, research, and initiatives on the subject and to provide a platform for advocacy initiatives.
updated: 6/30/2021 Corrections and additions welcome. Please use the contact us form.