Also, I am under the impression that while I am in the immigration process I cannot visit my fiance in Canada, as it would be seen as trying to stay permently and I could be removed from Canada... Is this true? We have not seen each other in 9 months...

If I am able to visit, can it be for the full six months while the application is in process or not?

Thanks

However, you may be aware that Canada is in the process of overhauling its Immigration Laws and Regulations. The Canadian Parliament has already passed the new Law and it now awaits approval by the Senate. We expect this approval to come very soon especially because the new Law provides for tighter security measures.

You can apply for permanent resident status and temporary status at the same time (dual intent). Doing so will not harm your application for permanent resident status. However, your application for temporary status may be affected because an impression will have been created that you do not intend to leave Canada upon the expiration of your temporary status. Therefore it is better to apply for temporary status before you apply for your permanent resident status.
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