Reuniting Families in Canada
Canada places a strong emphasis on keeping families together. Through the Family Sponsorship program, eligible Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor certain family members to immigrate to Canada and become permanent residents.
Whether you’re bringing your spouse, partner, children, parents, or grandparents, family sponsorship is one of the most compassionate and meaningful pathways to permanent residence. And we are here to guide you every step of the way.
Who can Sponsor?
To sponsor a family member, you must:
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Be 18 years or older
- Demonstrate the ability to support your relative financially and residency in Canada
- Sign an undertaking to provide financial support for a specific period
- Meet income requirements (varies by type of sponsorship)
Who Can Be Sponsored?
You may be eligible to sponsor:
- Spouse or Common-Law/Conjugal Partner
- Dependent Children
- Parents and Grandparents (through the Parent and Grandparent Program or Super Visa options)
- Other eligible relatives in limited cases (e.g., orphaned siblings, nieces, or nephews)
Spouse or Common-Law/Conjugal Partner
You can sponsor your spouse (legally married), common-law partner (lived together in a marriage-like relationship for at least 12 consecutive months), or conjugal partner (in a committed relationship but unable to live together due to significant legal, immigration, or cultural barriers).
Requirements include:
- Genuine relationship (not entered into primarily for immigration purposes)
- Both sponsor and applicant must be at least 18 years old
- Applicant must pass medical, criminal, and background checks
Dependent Children
You may sponsor your biological or adopted children who qualify as dependents. Generally, this means they are under 22 years old and not married or in a common-law relationship.
Requirements include:
- Children over 22 may qualify if they have a physical or mental condition that prevents them from being financially independent
- Proof of relationship and custody (if applicable)
- Medical examinations for the child
Parents and Grandparents
Eligible sponsors can apply to bring parents or grandparents through the Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP), or invite them on a Super Visa, which allows long-term visits of up to 5 years at a time.
Requirements include:
- Meet Minimum Necessary Income (MNI) based on family size (for PGP)
- Agree to financially support the sponsored individuals for 20 years
- Provide proof of relationship and meet the application intake deadlines
- Purchase Canadian medical insurance (for Super Visa applicants)
Other Eligible Relatives (in limited cases)
In rare situations, you may be able to sponsor other relatives such as orphaned siblings, nieces, nephews, or grandchildren—only if they are:
- Under 18 years old
- Unmarried and not in a common-law relationship
- Related by blood or adoption
Additionally, if you have no other eligible family members to sponsor, you may qualify to sponsor one extended relative under the “Lonely Canadian” provision.
How We Can Help
Eligibility Assessment
We evaluate both sponsor and applicant eligibility to ensure you meet program requirements and avoid delays.
Application Preparation
We complete and review all forms and supporting documents, tailored to your specific relationship type (spouse, parent, child, etc.).
Proof of Relationship Guidance
We help you gather strong evidence to prove family relationships, especially important in spousal or partnership cases.
Ongoing Support & Representation
We handle all communications with IRCC, monitor application progress, respond to additional document requests, and provide updates throughout the process.
Why Choose Us for Your Family Sponsorship?
Family applications must be accurate, detailed, and well-documented. Mistakes or missing information can lead to delays or even refusals. With our personalized case management, document accuracy checks, and dedicated support, we ensure your loved ones have the best possible chance of joining you in Canada without unnecessary complications.