05/22/2026
π STATUS AND TRANSITIONS
Part 5: Restoration of Status
Q1: What is restoration of status?
A: Restoration allows you to regain legal status after expiry if you apply within ninety days and meet eligibility requirements.
Q2: Can I work while my status is being restored?
A: No. You must stop working or studying until restoration is approved.
Q3: What if my restoration is refused?
A: You may need to leave Canada immediately and apply again from outside the country.