Medical surveillance and notifications

In support of transparency efforts, this section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by CIC staff as a courtesy to stakeholders.

Applicants found during their IME to have a medical condition of public health significance must report to the provincial/territorial (P/T) public health authorities to undergo medical surveillance.

About medical surveillance

Who requires medical surveillance and who is responsible for medical surveillance in Canada?

Procedure for notifying clients

Completing the IMM 0535B form

Instructions for visa and immigration officers and Port-of-Entry.

Handouts and forms

Related forms and handouts for tuberculosis, syphilis and HIV can be found on the forms page.