Sponsor Your Parents & Grandparents for Canadian Permanent Residence

Reunite Your Family: Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program (PGP)

Canada's Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) is a cornerstone of family reunification, allowing Canadian citizens and permanent residents to bring their beloved parents and grandparents to live permanently in Canada. At Samakav Immigration Corp, we understand the profound importance of family and are dedicated to guiding you through every step of this significant journey.

The PGP is a highly sought-after program, with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issuing a limited number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) each year. For the 2025 intake, IRCC aims to approve 10,000 applications for permanent residence, sending out approximately 17,860 invitations to eligible sponsors who submitted an Interest to Sponsor form in 2020. If you're looking for an alternative for extended visits, explore the Super Visa option.

Benefits of Sponsoring Your Parents and Grandparents

Sponsoring your parents and grandparents through the PGP offers life-changing benefits for your family:

• Canadian Permanent Residence: Your loved ones gain permanent resident status, allowing them to live, work, and study anywhere in Canada.
• Access to Healthcare: Permanent residents are eligible for Canada's universal healthcare system.
• Work Authorization: Parents and grandparents can seek employment in Canada, contributing to their financial independence and the Canadian economy.
• Legal Protection: They receive full protection under Canadian law and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
• Path to Citizenship: After meeting residency requirements, sponsored family members may be eligible to apply for Canadian citizenship.
• Family Togetherness: The most invaluable benefit is the ability to live closer to your family, fostering stronger bonds and mutual support.

The 2025 Parents and Grandparents Program Process

The PGP operates on an invitation basis. For the 2025 intake, the process is as follows:

1. Previous Interest to Sponsor: To be considered for the 2025 PGP, you must have submitted an Interest to Sponsor form on IRCC's website in 2020 and not have received an ITA in previous years (2020-2024).
2. Invitation to Apply (ITA): IRCC will send out ITAs to selected sponsors from the 2020 pool over a two-week period, starting on July 28, 2025. It is crucial to check the email address you provided in your 2020 form, including spam and junk folders.
3. Application Submission: If you receive an ITA, you must submit a complete PGP application through the Permanent Residence Portal (or Representative Permanent Residence Portal) by the deadline specified in your invitation.
4. Quebec-Specific Steps: If you reside in Quebec, after IRCC approves you as a sponsor, you will also need to apply to the Quebec government to obtain a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) and sign a welcome and integration plan for sponsored individuals aged 18-55.

Samakav Immigration Corp can assist you in preparing and submitting a thorough application package, ensuring all requirements are met by the deadline.

Eligibility Criteria for PGP Sponsors

To be eligible to sponsor your parents or grandparents, you must meet specific criteria:

• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or a registered Indian under the Canadian Indian Act.
• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Reside in Canada (and provide proof of status).
• Meet or exceed the Minimum Necessary Income (MNI) for the past three taxation years, providing proof of income via Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Notices of Assessment.
• Sign an undertaking to financially support your sponsored family members for 20 years (10 years for Quebec residents) and repay any social assistance benefits they may receive during this period.

Minimum Necessary Income (MNI)

The MNI requirement varies based on your family unit size and province of residence. Your income from the three taxation years preceding your application submission date will be assessed. If married or in a common-law relationship, the income of both the sponsor and spouse can be included. Samakav Immigration Corp can help you accurately assess your MNI and gather the necessary documentation.

Who Cannot Sponsor?

You may be ineligible to sponsor if you:

• Are under 18 years old.
• Do not reside in Canada.
• Are a temporary resident (e.g., visitor, student, worker).
• Have a permanent residence application still in process.
• Cannot demonstrate the required MNI.
• Are in jail, prison, or a penitentiary.
• Have defaulted on immigration loans, performance bonds, court-ordered family support payments, or previous sponsorship undertakings.
• Have declared bankruptcy and are not discharged.
• Receive social assistance for reasons other than a disability.
• Have been convicted of a violent criminal offence, any offence against a relative, or any sexual offence.
• Are subject to a Removal Order from Canada.

Ready to Reunite with Your Loved Ones?

The Parents and Grandparents Program is a complex process with strict deadlines and requirements. Partnering with a regulated Canadian immigration consultant (RCIC) can significantly enhance your application's success. At Samakav Immigration Corp, RCIC-IRB R523726, we provide expert guidance, ensuring your application is complete, accurate, and submitted on time.

Contact Samakav Immigration Corp today for a comprehensive assessment of your eligibility and to discuss your family sponsorship options. Let us help you bring your family to Canada.