Family reunification is a cornerstone of Canada’s immigration system, enabling Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor loved ones for permanent residency. Under Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan, the family class remains a key pathway, welcoming thousands of newcomers annually. Our team of Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) at Green Acres Immigration provides expert guidance to navigate the family sponsorship process, ensuring compliance with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requirements.
What is Family Sponsorship?
Family sponsorship allows eligible Canadians to bring family members to Canada as permanent residents while committing to their financial support. Key aspects include:
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Permanent Residency: Sponsored family members can live, work, and study in Canada permanently.
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Sponsorship Obligation: Sponsors must agree to financially support the sponsored person’s basic needs (e.g., food, shelter) for a specified period.
Who Can Be a Sponsor?
To sponsor a family member, you must meet IRCC eligibility criteria:
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Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
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Be at least 19 years old
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Demonstrate financial ability to support the sponsored person(s) for the required period
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Reside in Canada (or intend to return if sponsoring as a citizen living abroad)
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Not be in prison, bankrupt, or have certain criminal convictions
Who Can Be Sponsored?
Eligible family members include:
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Spouses, common-law partners, or conjugal partners
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Dependent children (including adopted children under specific conditions)
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Parents and grandparents (often via the Parent and Grandparent Program or Super Visa)
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In limited cases, other relatives (e.g., siblings, nieces, or nephews) if no immediate family members are available and specific criteria are met
Application Process
The family sponsorship process involves both the sponsor and the sponsored person. Key steps include:
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Confirm Eligibility: Ensure the sponsor and sponsored family member(s) meet IRCC requirements.
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Submit Applications: The sponsor submits a sponsorship application, and the sponsored person applies for permanent residency simultaneously.
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Required Documents: Include proof of relationship (e.g., marriage or birth certificates), financial documents (e.g., Notice of Assessment), a valid travel document with at least six months’ validity, and other IRCC-specified documents.
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Pay Fees: Cover sponsorship and permanent residency application fees, as well as biometrics if required.
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Biometrics and Interviews: Some applicants may need to provide fingerprints, photos, or attend interviews.
Our Family Visa Services
Our RCIC team at Green Acres Immigration offers comprehensive support for family sponsorship applications. We assist with eligibility assessments, document preparation, and submission, guiding applicants through IRCC and provincial requirements to pursue family reunification in Canada.
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