Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (SOR/2002-227)

Marginal note:Circumstances

• 181 (1) A foreign national may apply for an extension of their authorization to remain in Canada as a temporary resident if

  • (a) the application is made by the end of the period authorized for their stay; and

  • (b) they have complied with all conditions imposed on their entry into Canada.

• Marginal note:Extension

  (2) An officer shall extend the foreign national’s authorization to remain in Canada as a temporary resident if, following an examination, it is established that the foreign national continues to meet the requirements of section 179.