Hello everyone,
I’m looking for informed opinions on my situation and the realistic legal options going forward.
I was recently removed from Canada and fully complied with an Exclusion Order for 1 year term. The order was issued solely due to long-term overstay. There were no criminal charges, no misrepresentation findings, and no enforcement issues beyond the overstay. I did not evade removal and left Canada as directed.
I am the biological father of a Canadian citizen child. Her mother and I co-parented while I was in Canada, and I was actively involved in my daughter’s daily life, care, and upbringing. My removal has resulted in physical separation from my child.
I previously filed an H&C (Humanitarian and Compassionate) application, which remains under consideration. However, I understand that once removal has occurred, the likelihood of a positive H&C outcome may be reduced, which is why I am trying to understand what other lawful pathways may realistically exist.
I understand that having a Canadian child does not automatically grant status, but I am trying to proceed lawfully and correctly.
My questions are
I’m not looking for guarantees — only informed, experience-based insights so I can move forward lawfully and responsibly.
Thank you to anyone willing to share their knowledge.
I’m looking for informed opinions on my situation and the realistic legal options going forward.
I was recently removed from Canada and fully complied with an Exclusion Order for 1 year term. The order was issued solely due to long-term overstay. There were no criminal charges, no misrepresentation findings, and no enforcement issues beyond the overstay. I did not evade removal and left Canada as directed.
I am the biological father of a Canadian citizen child. Her mother and I co-parented while I was in Canada, and I was actively involved in my daughter’s daily life, care, and upbringing. My removal has resulted in physical separation from my child.
I previously filed an H&C (Humanitarian and Compassionate) application, which remains under consideration. However, I understand that once removal has occurred, the likelihood of a positive H&C outcome may be reduced, which is why I am trying to understand what other lawful pathways may realistically exist.
I understand that having a Canadian child does not automatically grant status, but I am trying to proceed lawfully and correctly.
My questions are
- What are the realistic options for a parent of a Canadian citizen child after removal?
- Is a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) ever granted in cases involving family reunification with a child?
- How much time typically needs to pass after compliance with an Exclusion Order before applying for a TRP or ARC?
- Does continued involvement, financial support, and documentation of the parent-child relationship meaningfully affect future applications?
- Are there examples where removal for overstay was followed by a successful return based on family considerations?
I’m not looking for guarantees — only informed, experience-based insights so I can move forward lawfully and responsibly.
Thank you to anyone willing to share their knowledge.
