9. Medical Examinations

All applicants for Permanent Residence are required to have a medical examination for Immigration purposes.

Temporary foreign workers who have resided for six months or more in the preceding year in certain areas of the world are required to undergo a medical examination if they plan to remain in Canada for longer than six months.

Temporary foreign workers in occupations where the protection of public health is essential require medical examinations. An work permit cannot be issued to them until they have passed the Immigration medical examination. This requirement applies to occupations that bring the worker into close contact with people such as workers in the health services field and teachers in primary or secondary schools.

Should a medical examination be necessary, an overseas applicant will be issued with instructions regarding the medical examination procedures and a list of Designated Medical Practitioners in their area. The medical examination must be arranged at their own cost.