In 1890, as mainstream and dissenting Mormons who still favoured multiple spouses settled on the Prairies, Canada passed its first laws against polygamy. They were, if you like, Mormon-specific. In fact, until the 1950s, the Criminal Code prohibition on marrying more than one spouse mentioned Mormons in the text.

Is polygamy illegal in Canada?

Polygamy. Polygamous marriages are not legal in Canada and are an offence under the Criminal Code of Canada. For the first marriage to be recognized as legally valid under Canadian law, the couple must live together in a monogamous marriage in Canada.

Can I move to Canada if my wife is a citizen?

A spouse can be sponsored to enter Canada for permanent residence through a Canadian Consulate overseas. That spouse must go through a medical and police clearance as well as a security check before he or she can be approved for entry into Canada.

Can I invite my boyfriend to Canada?

If your friend or family member wants to visit Canada, they must apply to the Canadian visa office responsible for his or her country or region. A visa officer will review the application and decide whether to issue a visa. A letter of invitation can help, but it does not guarantee the person will get a visa.

Is adultery a criminal Offence in Canada?

Its not a crime, nor does it have anything to do with conversation. Criminal conversation is a lawsuit, to quote the classic legal definition, for “defilement of the marriage bed”—in other words, for adultery.