Highlights: Canada to Open 15,000 Slots for Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship in 2025
- Canada will begin sending invitations for sponsorship under the Parents and Grandparents Program on July 28, 2025.
- The program allows 15,000 sponsorships for parents and grandparents, aimed at family reunification.
- Applicants must meet certain eligibility criteria, including proof of income and financial support for the family members being sponsored.
- Invitations will be issued through a random lottery system, making the process fairer for all applicants.
- The program focuses on keeping families together, with a significant number of Indian families expected to benefit from these sponsorship opportunities.
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Family Reunification Made Easy: Canada Parents and Grandparents Program Opens for 15,000 Sponsorships
Canada’s Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) for 2025 is set to offer 15,000 sponsorship opportunities for family reunification, allowing Canadian citizens and permanent residents to bring their parents and grandparents to live in Canada. Starting July 28, 2025, the program will open up applications, offering a simplified and streamlined process for sponsors. The random lottery system ensures that all applicants have an equal chance of being selected.
To be eligible to sponsor under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), applicants must meet specific requirements set by the Canadian government, such as:
- Canadian citizens or permanent residents can sponsor their parents or grandparents.
- The sponsor must be at least 18 years old and prove their income meets the minimum requirements.
- Sponsors must demonstrate the ability to provide financial support for their relatives without relying on social assistance.
- Applicants must provide evidence of their relationship to the parents or grandparents being sponsored.
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The Super Visa: A Flexible Alternative to the Parents and Grandparents Program
The Super Visa offers a great alternative for Indian families who want to bring their parents or grandparents to Canada. Unlike the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), the Super Visa allows parents and grandparents to stay in Canada for up to 2 years at a time without needing to renew their visa.
The Super Visa is valid for up to 10 years, allowing multiple visits to Canada. To qualify, applicants must provide proof of financial support from their Canadian family member, along with medical insurance covering their stay.
This visa provides a flexible and long-term solution for family reunification, offering more opportunities for parents and grandparents to stay in Canada.
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