CHILD OR OTHER DEPENDANT CANADA IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP

For sponsoring a family member other than a spouse or partner, you must meet the Minimum Necessary Income (MNI) requirements. While having a job is not mandatory, you must demonstrate sufficient income over the past three years to support the sponsored relative.

If sponsorship is not possible, your relative may qualify under another Canadian immigration program. Complete our free online assessment to explore available options.

There is no limit on the number of eligible family members a Canadian permanent resident or citizen can sponsor. However, separate applications must be submitted for each family member.

Permanent residents or citizens residing in Quebec must first obtain approval from the Quebec Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI) before sponsoring their eligible family member. MIFI handles the approval of sponsorship undertakings for those living in Quebec.

Individuals over 18 applying for Canadian permanent residence must provide a Police Clearance Certificate to verify they are not criminally inadmissible. This includes obtaining clearances from all countries where they have lived for 6 months or more since turning 18.