Canada’s Family Sponsorship Program allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor eligible family members for permanent residence. This program supports family reunification by enabling loved ones to live, work, and build a future together in Canada.
Family sponsorship is a permanent residence pathway based on genuine family relationships and the sponsor’s ability to provide financial support.
Eligible family members may include:
Spouses or common-law partners
Dependent children
Parents and grandparents
In certain cases, other eligible relatives
Each category has specific eligibility requirements and documentation standards.
To sponsor a family member, the sponsor must:
Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Be at least 18 years of age
Reside in Canada (or plan to return if a citizen living abroad)
Meet financial and sponsorship obligations
Agree to support the sponsored family member for a specified period
Spouse and partner sponsorship allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their legally married spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner for permanent residence.
Applications may be processed:
From inside Canada
From outside Canada
Applicants must demonstrate that the relationship is genuine and not entered into for immigration purposes.
The Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP) allows eligible sponsors to bring their parents or grandparents to Canada as permanent residents.
This program typically includes:
Financial eligibility requirements
A sponsorship undertaking
A selection or invitation process
Due to high demand, spaces may be limited each year.
Dependent children of Canadian citizens or permanent residents may be sponsored for permanent residence. This includes biological and adopted children who meet age and dependency requirements.
This pathway helps families stay together and ensures children can access education and healthcare in Canada.
Permanent residence for sponsored family members
Ability to live, work, and study in Canada
Access to healthcare and social benefits
Pathway to Canadian citizenship
Strengthening family unity and stability
Family sponsorship applications generally require:
Proof of relationship
Sponsor eligibility documents
Financial documentation (where applicable)
Medical examinations
Police and background checks
Processing times vary depending on the category and country of residence.
Family reunification is an important step toward building a life together in Canada. With professional guidance, you can ensure your sponsorship application is prepared correctly and submitted with confidence.
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