It will be based on the provisions of the international legal instruments ratified by Canada as well as national instruments for the protection of democratic rights and liberties. The Monitoring Committee on Civil Liberties will also maintain close ties with two groups of lawyers. The second one, made up by immigration lawyers, will assist protestors from the United States and Latin America with problems crossing the border. The following text only presents indications of the general procedures for visitors to Canada. It should not exempt you from contacting the nearest Canadian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate to find out exactly to find out exactly what documents you will need, and how long it will take to receive them.
Different requirements exist for citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
Usually visitors may stay for six months. Visitors to Canada are advised to obtain medical insurance for the period of their stay. Cost-recovery fees are charged to process applications. These fees are not refundable if an application is refused. Applications must be submitted to the visa office, along with the appropriate fee and required documents, by mail or in person or dropped off.