Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship

Family reunification is at the heart of our mission. This program allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their parents and grandparents for permanent residency. Our team guides you through this complex process, which is currently based on an invitation-only system.

January 2026 Update: New ministerial instructions have come into effect. IRCC continues to process existing inventories. Contact us to prepare your file as soon as the details for the next intake period are released.

Sponsor eligibility

To sponsor your parents or grandparents, you must:

1. Be 18 years of age or older.
2. Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a registered Indian.
3. Physically reside in Canada.
4. Minimum Necessary Income (MNI): You must prove that your income (and that of a co-signer, if applicable) is sufficient to support your household and the sponsored persons for the last 3 taxation years.

Income requirements (Federal vs. Quebec)

Outside Quebec (2023 Income for reference):

1. 2 persons: $44,530  * 3 persons: $54,743
2. 4 persons: $66,466  * 5 persons: $75,384

Within Quebec (MIFI):

If you reside in Quebec, you must meet the MIFI financial capacity standards.

- 2024–2026 Application Cap: Quebec has limited the intake to 2,600 applications for parents and grandparents until June 25, 2026.

Undertaking obligations and duration

By sponsoring, you sign a legally binding financial support contract:

1. Duration outside Quebec: 20 years.
2. Duration within Quebec: 10 years.
3. This commitment covers essential needs such as housing, food, and health care not covered by the public system.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I haven't received an IRCC invitation?

The program operates via a random selection from interest-to-sponsor forms. If you are not selected, our team can guide you toward the Super Visa, which allows your parents to stay in Canada for up to 5 consecutive years.

Can I sponsor if I am receiving social assistance?

No, unless the social assistance is received due to a disability.

How do I sponsor divorced parents?

You must submit two separate applications if your parents are divorced and living separately.

Secure Your Application with Pro Immigration

Errors in income calculation or family composition are the leading causes of refusal. Our team meticulously reviews every supporting document to maximize your chances of reuniting your family in 2026.