Family Sponsorship for Dependent Child Only

Are you currently in Canada and looking to sponsor a dependent child to become a permanent resident of Canada? You may be eligible for Family Sponsorship for a Dependent Child if you are:

• 18 years or older and, 

• Not receiving social assistance other than for a disability and either a:

• A Canadian citizen currently living in Canada or if outside Canada must be able to prove you will be living in Canada when the dependant child becomes a permanent resident OR, 

• A permanent resident of Canada currently living in Canada or,

• A person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act 

Eligible dependent children are classified as:

• Under the age of 22 and,

• Unmarried or not in a common-law relationship OR, 

• Over the age of 22 and, 

• Have been dependent on parents since before the age of 22 and, 

• Cannot support themselves financially due to a mental or physical condition 

You must also be able to financially support your dependent child(ren) by covering:

• Everyday living needs (food, water, shelter, etc)

• Public health services not covered by the government such as eye and dental care 

The applicant must ensure that the dependent child does not require social assistance from the government. Failure to do so will mean that you will have to pay back any assistance received while the dependent is under your care and you will not be able to sponsor anyone else until payment is made. 

*Each dependent child must have a separate application*