Family Sponsorship
Canada’s Family Class immigration stream enables Canadian citizens and permanent residents to reunite with their loved ones by sponsoring them for permanent residency. As one of the country’s most compassionate immigration categories, it emphasizes family unity and reflects Canada’s long-standing commitment to supporting strong, stable households.
Through this stream, eligible sponsors can apply to bring their spouse, common-law or conjugal partner, dependent children, parents and grandparents, and in limited circumstances, other close relatives. Once approved, sponsored family members can live, work, and study in Canada as permanent residents—contributing fully to the country’s economy and social fabric.
Sponsors must meet certain requirements: they must be at least 18 years old, reside in Canada (or intend to return), and demonstrate the financial means to support their relatives and ensure they don’t require social assistance. A signed undertaking is also required, committing to support the sponsored person for a specific period.
Each sponsorship category has unique rules and conditions. For example, under the Spouse/Partner/Fiancé(e) stream, applicants must prove the genuineness of their relationship and may also be eligible for an Open Work Permit while their application is in process. The Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) operates through an invitation system and is highly popular due to limited annual intake. Meanwhile, Canadian residents can sponsor their biological or adopted children at any time, provided dependency and age criteria are met. In special cases, sponsorship is also available for other family members, such as orphaned siblings or relatives when no other family support exists.
It’s essential to understand the specific documentation, eligibility, and timelines associated with each stream. Policy updates and quota limits can impact application success, so careful planning and up-to-date information are crucial.
Book a consultation with our experienced immigration consultants to assess your eligibility and receive expert guidance throughout the sponsorship process. At RightWay Canada, we are committed to helping families come together—and stay together—in Canada.
