How To Apply For The Canada Parents And Grandparents Program (PGP)

1. Understand the Eligibility Criteria

To sponsor your parents or grandparents for permanent residency under the PGP, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a registered Indian under the Canadian Indian Act.
• Meet the minimum necessary income (MNI) requirements for the past three tax years.
• Sign an undertaking to financially support the sponsored individuals for 20 years (10 years for residents of Quebec).

2. Submit an Interest to Sponsor Form

The Parents and Grandparents Program operates on an invitation-based system. To apply:

1. Check if the Interest to Sponsor Form is available on the IRCC website.
2. Submit the form during the intake period.
3. Wait for an invitation to apply from IRCC if selected.

3. Gather Required Documents

If invited to apply, collect the following documents:

• Proof of status in Canada (e.g., PR card, citizenship certificate, or passport).
• Tax assessments for the last three years (available from the Canada Revenue Agency).
• Identification documents for parents/grandparents (passports, birth certificates, etc.).
• Marriage or divorce certificates (if applicable).
• Proof of relationship (such as a birth certificate showing the sponsor as the child of the applicant).

4. Complete and Submit the Application

1. Download the application package from the IRCC website.
2. Fill out all forms accurately, ensuring they are complete and signed.
3. Pay the application fees, which include:
   • Sponsorship fee
   • Processing fee
   • Right of permanent residence fee
   • Biometrics fee
4. Submit the completed application online through the IRCC portal or via mail if instructed.

5. Provide Biometrics and Medical Exams

After submission, IRCC will request:

• Biometrics from the sponsored individuals.
• A medical examination by an IRCC-approved physician.

6. Wait for Processing and Decision

Processing times vary, but applicants should monitor their online account for updates and any additional document requests. If approved, the sponsored parents or grandparents will receive:

• Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR).
• Instructions on finalizing their landing process in Canada.

7. Ensure Compliance After Arrival

Once in Canada, sponsored parents or grandparents must:

• Maintain legal residency requirements.
• Adhere to the conditions outlined in the sponsorship undertaking.
• Apply for health coverage and social benefits as eligible.

By carefully following these steps, you can successfully apply for the Canada Parents and Grandparents Program and reunite with your family in Canada.