Application for Criminal Rehabilitation (IMM 1444)
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Application for Criminal Rehabilitation (IMM 1444)
As most of the form is self-explanatory, supplementary instructions have only been provided where necessary.
Section A
1. If you have determined that you are eligible to apply for rehabilitation, put a check mark in the box.
2. If you are not eligible to apply, but would like to discuss options for entering Canada (see Coming to, or Remaining in Canada Without Approval of Rehabilitation), put a check mark in the box.
Section B
1. Print your name as it appears in your passport or on your travel document or other valid identity document. Do not use initials; print names in full. For people living in the People’s Republic of China, also print names in pin yin.
2. State your date of birth in the following format: Day/Month/Year.
5. If you are a citizen of more than one country, print the names of all the countries.
7. Print all the names that you have ever used, including different spellings of your name. Explain what these names are, example, Maggie – nickname, Smith – previous married name, Leroux – birth/maiden name, Smith, John – change of name on August 11, 2000, Chicago, IL, USA.
14. If applicable, type your e-mail address using a format similar to the following: name@provider.net
Note: By indicating your e-mail address, you are hereby authorizing transmission of correspondence including file and personal information to be sent electronically to you at the address provided.
15. Print a list of offences that you have committed. Include the name of the offence, the name and section of law, the date of your conviction, the city, province/state/county and country where it occurred, and the sentence that was imposed. If you were not convicted of the offence, print “no conviction” and enter the date of the offence instead of the date of conviction, and include the date the courts dealt with your case and the disposition (i.e. not guilty, dismissed).
16. Describe the events that led to your committing the offence(s). Include a description of your actions, explain if weapons, drugs or alcohol were involved, why you did it, and how your actions affected others (specify any physical or emotional injuries). Be clear, concise and complete. You must complete this question in detail.
17. If you are applying to come to Canada as a temporary resident, indicate the dates of your proposed travel and describe the purpose of your trip.
If you are in Canada, state the date of your arrival in Canada and describe the purpose of your trip.
If you are applying to live in Canada permanently, indicate what type of application you will make. i.e. spouse or parent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, business person, refugee, skilled worker, etc. Print the names of all your immediate family members in Canada.
18. Tell us why you consider yourself rehabilitated. Provide as much information as possible, e.g. attended drug rehabilitation program, employment history, community service, etc. You must complete this question in detail.
21. Read this section carefully and sign the form.
Section C
Do not complete this section; it is for office use only. However, include it with your application.
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