My question is relating to the satutory health check.
I have been selected by Quebec, received the certificate of selection (skilled worker) and applied a month ago for a permanent resident visa for Canada, based on my nomination by the province of Quebec.
My concern is as follows.
I am a diabetic. I became diabetic when I was 18 (I am now 35). I take insulin. So far, my diabetes has not prevented me from doing anything; pursuing postgraduate studies, working in a couple of countries in a demanding professional job and travelling. I regularly do sports, and even run marathons. I even participated in the first-ever Canada Army half-marathon run in Ottawa last September, achieving a good result for the 21.2 KM run.
In short - despite the fact that I take insulin, follow dietary restrictions, and go for a check up every 3-6 months, I regard myself as healthy. Not only do I lead a normal life, but also a more active way of life (professional and extra-curricular) than many people.
Do you believe I am likely to be barred from admission to Canada as a permanent resident, on health grounds? Will diabetic people be regarded as likely to have recourse to "excessive demand" on the Canadian health system (from an immigration assessment point of view)?
I shall be glad to hear your opinion on the matter.
I have been selected by Quebec, received the certificate of selection (skilled worker) and applied a month ago for a permanent resident visa for Canada, based on my nomination by the province of Quebec.
My concern is as follows.
I am a diabetic. I became diabetic when I was 18 (I am now 35). I take insulin. So far, my diabetes has not prevented me from doing anything; pursuing postgraduate studies, working in a couple of countries in a demanding professional job and travelling. I regularly do sports, and even run marathons. I even participated in the first-ever Canada Army half-marathon run in Ottawa last September, achieving a good result for the 21.2 KM run.
In short - despite the fact that I take insulin, follow dietary restrictions, and go for a check up every 3-6 months, I regard myself as healthy. Not only do I lead a normal life, but also a more active way of life (professional and extra-curricular) than many people.
Do you believe I am likely to be barred from admission to Canada as a permanent resident, on health grounds? Will diabetic people be regarded as likely to have recourse to "excessive demand" on the Canadian health system (from an immigration assessment point of view)?
I shall be glad to hear your opinion on the matter.
