Penalties for Driving Under the Influence If you operate a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs, including cannabis, you may be considered inadmissible on the grounds of serious criminality. This could result in the following consequences:

• Denial of entry or stay in Canada unless you obtain a temporary resident permit.
• The requirement to pay a processing fee of C$200 for the permit.
• No guarantee that you will be permitted to enter or stay in the country.

Overcoming Criminal Convictions Depending on the nature of the crime, the time elapsed since its commission, and your behavior since the conviction, you may still be eligible to come to Canada if you:

• Satisfy an immigration officer that you meet the criteria for rehabilitation.
• Have been approved for rehabilitation after applying for it.
• Have received a record suspension.
• Possess a temporary resident permit.

For more information, visit the Overcoming Criminal Convictions page.