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Family Immigration

Family Sponsorship

Sponsoring dependent children, parents, grandparents and other eligible relatives.

Overview

Canada allows eligible citizens and permanent residents to sponsor certain family members, including dependent children and, through specific programs, parents and grandparents. Program availability and intake can vary year to year.

Who it may suit

  • Parents of dependent children abroad
  • Canadians hoping to reunite with parents or grandparents
  • Families in qualifying relative categories

General eligibility factors

  • Relationship to the sponsor
  • Sponsor's eligibility and income, where required
  • Program intake availability
  • Admissibility of family members

Application process overview

  1. 01Initial consultation to understand your goals
  2. 02Assessment of program fit and requirements
  3. 03Document checklist and application preparation
  4. 04Submission guidance and ongoing updates

How Canada Sweet Home assists

  • Review your circumstances and outline realistic options
  • Provide a tailored document checklist
  • Help organize forms and supporting evidence
  • Act as your authorized representative, where appropriate
  • Keep you informed and answer questions along the way

Frequently asked questions

Information on this website is general in nature and is not legal advice. Eligibility and outcomes depend on each applicant's circumstances and the immigration rules in effect at the time. Decisions are made solely by the Government of Canada.

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