It was hard to watch the documentary, but let`s face it- these are true stories happening. Yes, it creates a less supportive atmosphere for us, genuine spouses and more hardship. I would agree with a conditional visa, the emphasis is on the conditions..What would be required from us to do and how to prevent many to enter an abusive relationship this way? As for a trial period for marriages outside Canada could serve well and would provide a way back if the relationship does not last. My opinion anyway in the matter, I would never sponsor someone whom I never lived with for a period of time...it`s like a test. Furthermore there is no guarantee that the foreign national can adjust to Canadian lifestyle, then things can turn out sour. I lived in Canada almost 2 years before marrying my Canadian husband, we lived together for almost a year before, I was studying, working and aware of what am I getting myself into if I stay with him and plan our family`s future in this country. I call these years as my trial period and it`s not over yet. I`m also not taking granted the PR, I don`t see the benefits only, I would like to be a useful member of Canadian society, working for this country and my family. It`s the same I would do in my home country, nothing less. We decided that our future is here, as my husband would face difficulties to have the same career in my country, not because Canada is a better world where I`m from.
Here is the key- seeing Canada as dreamland for many of those fraudulent spouses who only want to get here.
