Parents & Grandparents Sponsorship
Bring your parents or grandparents to Canada as permanent residents through the PGP program.
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Overview
Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their parents and grandparents to become permanent residents through the Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP). The PGP operates through a lottery system where potential sponsors submit an expression of interest, and selected applicants are invited to apply. Sponsors must meet minimum income requirements and sign a 20-year undertaking to provide financial support and ensure the sponsored individual does not rely on social assistance.
Who This Is For
- Canadian citizens wanting to sponsor parents or grandparents
- Permanent residents wanting to sponsor parents or grandparents
- Those meeting MNI requirements for 3 years
Eligibility Highlights
- Process: Lottery system where potential sponsors submit an expression of interest
- Financial Responsibility: Sponsors must meet minimum income requirements
- Undertaking: Sign a 20-year undertaking to provide financial support
- Ensuring the sponsored individual does not rely on social assistance
Required Documents
Application Process
How we help you through this application
Income Verification
We verify you meet the MNI for 3 consecutive years before submitting interest.
Interest to Sponsor
We submit your interest to sponsor when the intake opens.
Full Application
If invited, we prepare and submit your complete sponsorship application.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Learn from others' experiences to strengthen your application
Insufficient Income
Not meeting the minimum income for all three required years.
Missing the Intake Window
Not submitting interest during the limited intake period.
Incomplete Income Documentation
Not providing all required proof of income for verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about parents & grandparents sponsorship
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