Family
Sponsorship of an orphaned brother, sister, nephew, niece or grandchild under 18, or of one relative if you have no close family who could be sponsored or who is already in Canada.
Open all year. The rules are narrow, so read them closely before you apply.
Sponsorship of parents and grandparents for permanent residence, through invitations to eligible sponsors.
Not accepting new applications in 2026; new intake is paused until further notice. Applications from the 2025 intake are still being processed.
A visa that lets parents and grandparents of citizens and permanent residents stay up to five years at a time.
Open all year, with easier income rules since March 31, 2026.
Statuses change, sometimes with little notice. Always confirm on the official page before you apply. This is general information, not legal advice.
