Category: Family Sponsorship

Maple News reports that Canada is introducing a major update to its Super Visa requirements, aiming to make family reunification easier for immigrants. Starting January 28, 2025, parents and grandparents applying for a Super Visa will be able to use certain health insurance policies issued by non-Canadian providers — a […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s federal government has revised eligibility for Spousal Open Work Permits (SOWP), significantly narrowing the list of occupations that qualify. As of January 21, 2024, only spouses of foreign workers employed in TEER 0, TEER 1, and designated TEER 2 and 3 occupations under Canada’s National […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s approach to family class immigration experienced significant developments throughout 2024, setting the stage for noteworthy changes in 2025. From reducing annual landing targets to expanding humanitarian pathways and overhauling work permit eligibility, the past year has reshaped the landscape for family reunification in Canada. In […]

Maple News reports that Canadian citizens and permanent residents looking to sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner for permanent residence must choose between two categories of sponsorship: inland or outland. Both pathways support family reunification but differ in application logistics, processing locations, and eligibility nuances. Inland sponsorship is […]

Maple News reports that sponsored spouses or partners of Canadian permanent residents or citizens may be eligible to apply for an Open Work Permit (OWP) while their permanent residence application is being processed. This permit allows foreign nationals to work for almost any employer in Canada, offering financial stability and […]

Maple News reports that Canadian citizens and permanent residents have the opportunity to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner for permanent residency in Canada—an important pathway to family reunification made possible under Canada’s immigration system. While offering notable benefits such as work authorization for the sponsored partner and limited mobility […]

Maple News reports that Canadian citizens and permanent residents have the right to sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner for permanent residence (PR) in Canada. However, while the concept may seem straightforward, the path to reunification under spousal sponsorship is often layered with regulatory details and procedures that […]

A recently released internal memo from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has highlighted significant challenges with the country’s Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP). Demand for sponsoring parents and grandparents far exceeds the available spots in Canada’s immigration targets. Before the pandemic, IRCC managed the high volume of interest through […]

Canada offers several immigration pathways specifically designed for couples, whether engaged, married, or in a common-law relationship. Below are the primary options to consider for couples seeking permanent residency in Canada. Spousal Sponsorship Spousal sponsorship is one of the fastest routes for couples, especially if one partner is already a […]

When sponsoring your spouse, partner, or their dependent children for Canadian immigration, it’s essential to understand the full extent of your responsibilities. As a sponsor, you are required to sign an undertaking, which is a binding promise to financially support the basic needs of the sponsored person, including: Before committing […]

When considering travel to Canada, it’s essential to understand the distinctions between a standard visitor visa and a Super Visa, particularly for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents. While both visas fall under the category of temporary entry, they have significantly different conditions regarding the length of […]

Family sponsorship is a cornerstone of Canadian immigration policy, managed by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) through the annual immigration levels plan. While it allows Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals registered under the Canadian Indian Act to sponsor close relatives for permanent residence, sponsoring siblings for PR is […]

One of the key pillars of Canada’s immigration system is family reunification, ensuring that families can stay together as newcomers embark on their journey in Canada. Family sponsorship stands as the second-largest category of new permanent residents to Canada, right after economic immigration. This article will guide you on how […]

When applying for Canadian economic immigration programs, many newcomers aim to include their spouse or common-law partner in their application. Canada’s immigration system recognizes and accommodates these family ties, but the presence of a spouse or partner can have both positive and negative effects on your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) […]

Family reunification has always been a core pillar of Canada’s immigration policy, allowing Canadian citizens and permanent residents (PRs) to sponsor their spouses, common-law partners, and close family members. In fact, family-class immigration is the second most popular immigration pathway after economic immigration. According to the 2023 Annual Report on […]

In a significant move, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a new immigration pathway designed to assist families affected by the ongoing conflict in Sudan. Starting from February 27, 2024, the department will accept up to 3,250 applications from individuals or families under this special family sponsorship program, […]