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Terms and Conditions

This page outlines the legal terms and conditions for using IRCC's online portals and services. By accessing our website, you agree to comply with these terms.

General Usage Terms

Acceptance of Terms

By using the IRCC portal, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site immediately.

Official Languages

IRCC is committed to providing information in both English and French. We respect the *Official Languages Act* and ensure that both versions are of equal quality. Some content provided by third parties may only be available in the language in which it was originally produced.

Linking and Third-Party Sites

Links to external websites are provided for convenience only. IRCC does not endorse or take responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. Use of these links is at your own risk.

Copyright and Intellectual Property

Materials on this website were produced and/or compiled by IRCC to provide Canadians and international visitors with access to information about our programs and services.

Non-Commercial Reproduction

You may reproduce the materials on this site for non-commercial purposes without charge or further permission, provided you:

  • Exercise due diligence in ensuring the accuracy of the materials
  • Indicate the complete title and the author (where available)
  • State that the reproduction is a copy of the official version

Commercial Reproduction

Reproduction of multiple copies of materials on this site, in whole or in part, for the purposes of commercial redistribution is prohibited without prior written permission from IRCC.

Trademark Notice

The official symbols of the Government of Canada, including the "Canada" wordmark and the Arms of Canada, may not be reproduced without prior written authorization.

Social Media Engagement

Your interaction with IRCC on social media platforms is governed by the platform's terms of service and our engagement rules.

Prohibited Content

IRCC reserves the right to remove comments that are:

  • Racist, hateful, or defamatory
  • Threatening, violent, or harassing
  • Contrary to the principles of the *Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms*
  • Impersonations or spam

Disclaimer of Liability

The Government of Canada and IRCC accept no responsibility for any loss or damage resulting from the use of this website or reliance on its content. While we strive for accuracy, information on this site is subject to change without notice.

Last update to these terms: June 4, 2026