Does a Canadian immigration medical exam include drug testing?

[simple23]

im applying for permanent resident atm so I would like to know if they include drug testing for it? because I reallly don't want my
application to be denied just because im smoking pot daily nothing else...

 

[wilson]

If you are only going to apply for Canadian PR, then you have enough time ahead for a medical, if your application is accepted and starts processing. Therefore I suggest if possible try your best level to quit the habit of smoking. If you did not succeed in your attempt, then talk to the DMP during your physical exam with him about your pot smoking!!.

 

[nawabsaab]

is there really a problem about drug ?
what about steriod users ? do you know a person who is on steriod may got reject ?

 

[rhcohen2014]

the pr medical exam does NOT test for drugs. the blood tests for communicable diseases. i'm not sure what the urine is tested for, but it's not drugs. i think it checks personal levels that would indicate serious medical issues.

 

[Chevy23]

The urine test checks for glucose (Sugar) levels

 

[scylla]

The urine test checks for glucose (Sugar) levels

Also blood.

 

[rhcohen2014]

The urine test checks for glucose (Sugar) levels

that's what i thought, because they did a dip stick that i know is used for checking various levels related to diabetes, just wasn't 100% sure that's what they check for. thanks!

 

[Rob_TO]

the pr medical exam does NOT test for drugs.

In 99.9% of cases they aren't. However technically, substance (drug) abuse can indeed be considered an activity that could cause a danger to public health/safety, so it is something that is considered.

Read here for more: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/partner/pp/pdf/IMEI_Psychiatric_conditions.pdf

This doc shows what panel physicians are supposed to be checking for. They include marijuana use, but also include cigarettes and caffeine... so obviously some items are taken more seriously than other (like anyone would be refused for being a coffee addict!).

This is the relevant part
The following information may assist the PPs in their screening of conditions that potentially pave a risk to Canadian public safety. Does the client have a history of any of the following:
• delusional behavior or schizophrenia;
• suspiciousness or odd beliefs;
• memory disturbance;
• substance use disorder including past treatment and rehabilitation programs;
• trauma (psychological or physical) including post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD);

The way it works (I think) is that testing for drugs is not a normal procedure. HOWEVER there is also a Q&A portion of the medical check, so if an applicant discloses that they have a serious drug addiction (like to cocaine or heroin) and have done rehab, or if the doctor notices anything (the medical handbook specifically mentions looking for needle marks on the arm), then CIC may demand additional drug tests and more extensive medical history for previous treatment. Although i'm sure it would need to be some severe case of drug abuse with a history of violent behaviour for CIC to deem the applicant a danger to public health/safety and reject them on medical grounds.

 

[Amalthea]

In 99.9% of cases they aren't. However technically, substance (drug) abuse can indeed be considered an activity that could cause a danger to public health/safety, so it is something that is considered.

Read here for more: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/partner/pp/pdf/IMEI_Psychiatric_conditions.pdf

This doc shows what panel physicians are supposed to be checking for. They include marijuana use, but also include cigarettes and caffeine... so obviously some items are taken more seriously than other (like anyone would be refused for being a coffee addict!).

This is the relevant part
The following information may assist the PPs in their screening of conditions that potentially pave a risk to Canadian public safety. Does the client have a history of any of the following:
• delusional behavior or schizophrenia;
• suspiciousness or odd beliefs;
• memory disturbance;
• substance use disorder including past treatment and rehabilitation programs;
• trauma (psychological or physical) including post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD);

The way it works (I think) is that testing for drugs is not a normal procedure. HOWEVER there is also a Q&A portion of the medical check, so if an applicant discloses that they have a serious drug addiction (like to cocaine or heroin) and have done rehab, or if the doctor notices anything (the medical handbook specifically mentions looking for needle marks on the arm), then CIC may demand additional drug tests and more extensive medical history for previous treatment. Although i'm sure it would need to be some severe case of drug abuse with a history of violent behaviour for CIC to deem the applicant a danger to public health/safety and reject them on medical grounds.

That's a huge relief... Thank you SO much for your thorough answer.

 

[nawabsaab]

i consult to doc he said that they check glucose protein and one more thing in blood and if anything is beyond limit u have to give reason and u may have appear again in medical

 

[polara69]

im applying for permanent resident atm so I would like to know if they include drug testing for it? because I reallly don't want my
application to be denied just because im smoking pot daily nothing else...

Well, in that case you fulfill the prerequisite of living in Vancouver BC. You have good chances to be fast tracked..

 

[KpbIM]

So anybody tryed to do medical exham while he\she was smoking marijuana??? And how its work for you?

 

[CDNPR2014]

So anybody tryed to do medical exham while he\she was smoking marijuana??? And how its work for you?

they don't test for marijuana, so it's a non issue. they are testing for communicable diseases.

 

[Stubborn]

In 99.9% of cases they aren't. However technically, substance (drug) abuse can indeed be considered an activity that could cause a danger to public health/safety, so it is something that is considered.

Read here for more: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/partner/pp/pdf/IMEI_Psychiatric_conditions.pdf

This doc shows what panel physicians are supposed to be checking for. They include marijuana use, but also include cigarettes and caffeine... so obviously some items are taken more seriously than other (like anyone would be refused for being a coffee addict!).

This is the relevant part
The following information may assist the PPs in their screening of conditions that potentially pave a risk to Canadian public safety. Does the client have a history of any of the following:
• delusional behavior or schizophrenia;
• suspiciousness or odd beliefs;
• memory disturbance;
• substance use disorder including past treatment and rehabilitation programs;
• trauma (psychological or physical) including post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD);

The way it works (I think) is that testing for drugs is not a normal procedure. HOWEVER there is also a Q&A portion of the medical check, so if an applicant discloses that they have a serious drug addiction (like to cocaine or heroin) and have done rehab, or if the doctor notices anything (the medical handbook specifically mentions looking for needle marks on the arm), then CIC may demand additional drug tests and more extensive medical history for previous treatment. Although i'm sure it would need to be some severe case of drug abuse with a history of violent behaviour for CIC to deem the applicant a danger to public health/safety and reject them on medical grounds.

Oh
Can you or do you know if cic do checks in the public hospitals of a applicant home country to see if there is medical or mental health records?

In 99.9% of cases they aren't. However technically, substance (drug) abuse can indeed be considered an activity that could cause a danger to public health/safety, so it is something that is considered.

Read here for more: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/partner/pp/pdf/IMEI_Psychiatric_conditions.pdf

This doc shows what panel physicians are supposed to be checking for. They include marijuana use, but also include cigarettes and caffeine... so obviously some items are taken more seriously than other (like anyone would be refused for being a coffee addict!).

This is the relevant part
The following information may assist the PPs in their screening of conditions that potentially pave a risk to Canadian public safety. Does the client have a history of any of the following:
• delusional behavior or schizophrenia;
• suspiciousness or odd beliefs;
• memory disturbance;
• substance use disorder including past treatment and rehabilitation programs;
• trauma (psychological or physical) including post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD);

The way it works (I think) is that testing for drugs is not a normal procedure. HOWEVER there is also a Q&A portion of the medical check, so if an applicant discloses that they have a serious drug addiction (like to cocaine or heroin) and have done rehab, or if the doctor notices anything (the medical handbook specifically mentions looking for needle marks on the arm), then CIC may demand additional drug tests and more extensive medical history for previous treatment. Although i'm sure it would need to be some severe case of drug abuse with a history of violent behaviour for CIC to deem the applicant a danger to public health/safety and reject them on medical grounds.

 

[Bs65]

I do not have the answer but probably not although they may well reserve the right to check anything on any application. If anyone has such history then if asked they should declare it else if found out could be considered misrepresentation putting PR status in doubt. In applying for PR nobody should attempt to be dishonest in any dealings with IRCC.