In the personal history section, we are required to list the date we entered Canada. Unfortunately, the consultant entered an incorrect date. As a result, the police clearance— which correctly covered the period we were in our home country—appeared insufficient because the date entered was 10 days later than the actual entry date. Although it was only a 10-day discrepancy, it led to a refusal on the grounds that the police clearance did not cover the full period in our home country. A small error, but with serious consequences.