Category: Family Sponsorship

Maple News reports that raising children in Canada is a major financial consideration for newcomer families. As thousands of immigrant families settle into their new lives each year, understanding the cost of raising children becomes critical—especially as it significantly influences household finances across all demographics. According to a recent Statistics […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP) continues to face significant challenges, with a growing backlog of applicants and limited admission spots. According to a recently obtained internal memo from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the demand for family reunification far exceeds the government’s current processing […]

Maple News reports that individuals who sponsor a spouse or partner for Canadian permanent residency remain legally responsible for them, even if the relationship ends in divorce or separation. When you agree to sponsor a spouse, common-law, or conjugal partner, you must sign a legally binding undertaking. This undertaking is […]

Maple News reports that those who did not receive an invitation under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) 2023, which issued application invites from October 10–23, still have a meaningful path to reunite with their loved ones in Canada — the Super Visa. The Super Visa is a long-term, multiple-entry […]

Maple News reports that, as of October 23, Canada has introduced a new permanent residence pathway tailored for Ukrainian nationals currently residing in the country with temporary status. This initiative is part of the government’s ongoing commitment to support those affected by the war in Ukraine and promote family reunification. […]

Maple News reports that Canada is launching a new humanitarian permanent residence program aimed at welcoming up to 11,000 individuals from Colombia, Haiti, and Venezuela. The announcement was made on October 10 by Immigration Minister Marc Miller and is part of Canada’s broader commitment to support vulnerable populations in the […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has begun issuing invitations for the 2023 intake of the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). Selected applicants who submitted an interest to sponsor form in 2020 are now being invited to apply to sponsor their parents or grandparents for Canadian […]

Maple News reports that the 2023 Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) lottery has officially begun in Canada. Between October 10 and October 23, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is issuing 24,200 invitations to apply (ITAs) to randomly selected potential sponsors—specifically from the pool of applicants who submitted expressions of […]

Maple News reports that Canada continues to offer a range of immigration pathways tailored for couples, whether they are married, in a common-law partnership, or in a committed conjugal relationship. Two of the most common and effective routes include Spousal Sponsorship and Express Entry. One of the most widely used […]

Maple News reports that spouses and partners of Canadian citizens or permanent residents can now apply for an open work permit while their spousal sponsorship application for permanent residence is being processed. This measure allows them to work for nearly any employer in Canada, helping families stay together and support […]

Maple News reports that individuals born outside of Canada may still be eligible for Canadian citizenship—if one of their parents was a Canadian citizen at the time of their birth. Under Canadian law, citizenship can automatically pass to the first generation born abroad. This means that if your parent was […]

Maple News reports that an increasing number of Canadians support prioritizing family reunification in the country’s immigration policies, especially in the wake of COVID-19 disruptions. According to a recent national survey conducted by the Association of Canadian Studies, 36% of respondents believe family members of Canadian residents should be given […]

Maple News reports that Canadians see family reunification as the top immigration priority in 2020, ahead of economic and refugee immigration. According to a national survey conducted by the Association of Canadian Studies, approximately 36% of Canadians believe that family members of current residents should be given immigration priority — […]

Maple News reports that Canadians across the country rallied over the weekend to demand faster processing of spousal and family sponsorship immigration applications. The demonstrations, held in several major cities on Saturday, September 19, were organized by Spousal Sponsorship Advocates—a group formed during the COVID-19 pandemic to push for reform […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a major initiative to expedite the processing of spousal sponsorship applications. Beginning in October 2020 and continuing through December, IRCC is targeting the completion of 6,000 spousal applications each month, aiming to finalize approximately 49,000 cases by the […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced plans to fast-track the processing of 18,000 spousal sponsorship applications by the end of this year—part of an ongoing effort to prioritize family reunification within Canada’s immigration system. Canada continues to uphold family reunification as a vital pillar […]