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Canada Family Sponsorship Immigration News

The latest news about Family Class immigration to Canada, including sponsorship and family reunification programs that grant permanent residency for spouses, children, parents and other extended family. For more information on the immigration process and requirements for family immigration visas to Canada, visit our section on the Family Class Sponsorship Program.

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How to Prove a Common Law Partnership in Canada

By CaseyOctober 1, 2024
Family ImmigrationSpouse/Partner

In Canada, a common-law partnership is a relationship between two people who have lived together continuously for one year. This relationship must be exclusive, meaning that neither partner is married to someone else or in another common-law relationship. Providing strong evidence of your common-law relationship is crucial for Canadian sponsorship. The documents you submit serve as […]

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Your Ultimate Checklist for Canada Spousal Sponsorship Documents

By CaseyAugust 19, 2024
Family ImmigrationSpouse/Partner

Spousal sponsorship can be overwhelming, but having the right documents is crucial. This checklist will guide you through the process. Why Is a Checklist Essential for Spousal Sponsorship? Navigating the spousal sponsorship process can be complex. A well-organized checklist ensures you have all necessary documents, reducing stress and potential delays. Note: This checklist is a general guide. Specific requirements may […]

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New Tech to Speed Up Spousal and Partner Sponsorship Wait Times

By CaseyJune 4, 2024
Family ImmigrationSpouse/Partner

IRCC wants to make it easier and faster for families to reunite in Canada. They plan to do so by using new computer technology to process applications for spouses and partners who want to come to Canada. This technology will help check applications more quickly, so people won’t have to wait as long to be together. Who […]

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IRCC Boosts Family Reunification Efforts for Palestinians in Gaza

By CaseyMay 30, 2024
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In a move to facilitate family reunification, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has expanded its temporary special measures for Palestinian extended family members residing in Gaza. The program, initially launched in January with a target of processing 1,000 temporary resident visa (TRV) applications, will now extend its reach to 5,000 applications. Supporting Family Reunification in Challenging Times Immigration Minister […]

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Canada Parents and Grandparents Program Now Open

By CaseyMay 23, 2024
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On May 21st, 2024, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) began sending invitations to potential sponsors for the highly anticipated Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). They aim to issue 35,700 invitations and approve 20,500 applications. PGP 2024: Who’s Eligible? This PGP round will only consider potential sponsors who submitted their interest forms in 2020. This marks the […]

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What to Expect for Canadian Immigration in 2024

By CaseyJanuary 8, 2024
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As we step into 2024, Canada’s immigration landscape is planning for likely transformations. The Canadian government has continuously shown that it is dedicated to a strong and welcoming immigration system, making adjustments to meet changing socioeconomic demands and the changing global environment. We’ll look at some major trends and expectations that are likely to impact […]

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New Updates to Canada’s Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program

By CaseySeptember 12, 2023
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Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently unveiled an update to the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). This year, IRCC is set to accept a maximum of 15,000 complete sponsorship applications under the PGP. Starting on October 10, IRCC will initiate the process of extending invitations to apply to 24,200 prospective sponsors who have […]

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IRCC Announces New Measures for Family Reunification

By CaseyJune 1, 2023
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Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, made an announcement on May 26th, 2023 on reforms to strengthen family class immigration in Canada. The new measures include: Temporary residence visa (TRV) processing times are reduced for spousal applicants. New and specific tools for spousal TRV candidates A new open work permit is now available for spousal and […]

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Canada Announces Assistance to Iranian Temporary Residents

By CaseyMarch 16, 2023
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As of March 1, 2023, the Canadian government will make it easier for Iranians to extend their temporary status in Canada and move between temporary streams, allowing Iranians to continue studying, working, or visiting family by applying for a new permit from within Canada. An open work permit pathway will also be made available to […]

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Canada will Become More Diverse by 2041

By Ella NirenJanuary 18, 2023
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It’s no surprise that Canada is a major target for immigration as seen by the increasing number of immigrants each year. If this trend continues in the upcoming decade, by 2041 the Canadian population will reach 47.7 million, half of which will consist of immigrants and their Canadian-born children. There are significant demographic changes in […]

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Canada Extends Work Permits for Family Members of Temporary Foreign Workers

By CaseyDecember 29, 2022
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The slow pace of Canada’s economic growth has made it difficult for business owners, particularly those in the tourism industry, to find the workers they require. Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, and Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, announced that Canada is extending work permits to family members […]

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9 Canadian Immigration Changes in 2022: Year in Review

By CaseyDecember 19, 2022
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In the year 2022, many significant immigration changes occurred in Canada. We have seen a growth of visas being applied for following the pandemic, and Canadian immigration is vastly increasing. Canada has welcomed a record number of immigrants in 2022! The most significant events in Canadian immigration in the last year are discussed below. Canadian Visa Changes and New […]

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