A client's application for PRTD was refused because they did not meet the residency obligation. They inform the RCIC that they were taking care of a terminally ill parent outside Canada, but had travelled to Canada for a week last year. The client asks the RCIC if they can return to Canada to attend the hearing if they appeal the PRTD refusal.

While virtual hearings are an option in many cases, this choice does not address the client's desire to return to Canada. The client has expressed a wish to attend the hearing in person, making this option unsuitable for their situation.

Although it is possible for the client to return to Canada to attend the hearing, simply stating that they can return does not address the requirement for a legal entry pathway due to their PRTD refusal. Without a TRP, they would face challenges re-entering Canada.

A Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) is not appropriate for this client because their PRTD refusal indicates they do not meet standard residency requirements. A TRV usually requires individuals to demonstrate ties to their home country, which may not be applicable given the client's circumstances.