Category: Family Sponsorship

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched an exceptional round of invitations for the 2021 Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), inviting a record 30,000 potential sponsors. This initiative opens the door for more Canadian citizens and permanent residents to reunite with their parents and grandparents […]

Maple News reports that Canadians who wish to sponsor a spouse or partner from South Africa for permanent residency (PR) must first ensure both parties are eligible under Canada’s family reunification program. Sponsorship is open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents aged 18 or older who can demonstrate the financial […]

Maple News reports that Canadian citizens and permanent residents living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) can sponsor their spouse or common-law partner for permanent residency in Canada, provided they meet eligibility criteria established by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). To be eligible as a sponsor, you must be […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has yet to announce the official launch of the 2022 Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), leaving many families eager for updates on how and when they can reunite with their loved ones in Canada. According to Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan […]

Maple News reports that Canadian citizens and permanent residents wishing to reunite with their loved ones from Nigeria through family sponsorship must follow a series of eligibility and documentation steps. Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning to sponsor your spouse or common-law partner from Nigeria. To begin, […]

Maple News reports that Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouse or common-law partner from Pakistan for permanent residence under Canada’s Family Class immigration program — a pathway built to reunite loved ones and strengthen family ties. As part of its commitment to family reunification, Canada welcomes approximately […]

Maple News reports that applicants to Canada’s Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP) may encounter challenges if their medical conditions render them inadmissible under Canadian immigration law. When sponsoring parents or grandparents for permanent residence, applicants must consider health-related admissibility criteria as a key part of the process. In general, foreign […]

Canada continues to prioritize family reunification, admitting over 100,000 newcomers annually under the family class immigration stream. While most of these immigrants arrive through the Spouses, Partners, and Children category, and a significant portion through the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), there are additional, lesser-known pathways that allow Canadian citizens […]

Maple News reports that individuals hoping to sponsor their parents or grandparents for permanent residence in Canada through the 2021 Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) must meet specific income thresholds. To prove eligibility, applicants are required to demonstrate adequate financial income over the three consecutive tax years prior to their […]

Maple News reports that one of Canada’s core immigration goals is family reunification, and this aim is fulfilled significantly through the Spousal, Partner, and Children sponsorship category. Each year, Canada welcomes approximately 80,000 newcomers through this stream, allowing Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their loved ones for permanent […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Super Visa remains a valuable alternative for families looking to reunite with parents or grandparents — especially for those who missed the annual Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP) intake. Designed specifically for the parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents, the Super Visa […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is currently conducting its 2021 Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) lottery. Taking place between September 23 and October 7, 2021, IRCC intends to issue up to 30,000 invitations to potential sponsors during this two-week period. These invitations are only being […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Super Visa is increasingly becoming a preferred option for citizens and permanent residents seeking to reunite with their parents and grandparents. This multiple-entry visa allows eligible parents and grandparents of Canadian residents to stay in the country for up to two years at a time, […]

Maple News reports that sponsoring your spouse from the Philippines to Canada is a multi-step process that begins with ensuring you meet the fundamental eligibility criteria. To qualify, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, at least 18 years of age, and able to financially support your spouse, […]

Maple News reports that Canadians looking to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner from Hong Kong have clear pathways under Canada’s family reunification program, but must meet certain eligibility requirements before applying. To qualify as a sponsor, you must be at least 18 years old and either a Canadian citizen, […]

Maple News reports on a landmark Canadian immigration case that is reshaping traditional definitions of family, partnership, and sexual identity within Canada’s legal framework. In A.P. v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2020 FC 906, the Federal Court of Canada overturned a prior decision that denied the legitimacy of a mixed-orientation […]