Parents & Grandparents Program 2025 Update- Canada to issue Invitations in 2025

A Shift in Policy: From Processing to New Invitations

This announcement marks a notable shift from IRCC's earlier statement in January 2025, which indicated a focus solely on processing applications from the 2024 intake, with no new invitations planned for the year. The decision to resume issuing ITAs in 2025 signals a renewed commitment to family reunification, a cornerstone of Canada’s immigration policy.

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Targeting the 2020 Interest to Sponsor Pool

Crucially, this development means that individuals who submitted an "interest to sponsor" form in 2020 could receive an invitation to apply in 2025. IRCC's continued reliance on the 2020 pool is a testament to the overwhelming response received during that intake period. The program has not reopened for new submissions since then.

The Lottery System and Anticipated Details

IRCC employs a lottery system to randomly select potential sponsors from the PGP pool. This ensures fairness and transparency in the selection process. While the government has yet to announce the specific timing of the 2025 invitations, they have pledged to release further details in the coming months. This anticipation is sure to generate considerable interest among those awaiting their chance to sponsor their parents and grandparents.

Understanding the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP)

The PGP serves as a vital pathway for family reunification, allowing Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and registered Indians to sponsor their parents and grandparents for Canadian permanent residency. Eligibility hinges on meeting minimum income requirements and ensuring that the sponsored relatives are admissible to Canada.

• Key Features:
  • It is a sponsorship program, not a direct application.
  • Potential sponsors must submit an "interest to sponsor" form and await an invitation.
  • Selection is based on a random lottery system.
  • The 2020 intake generated a large pool of potential sponsors.

The Super Visa: An Alternative Pathway

For those unable to secure sponsorship through the PGP, the Super Visa program offers an alternative avenue for family reunification. This program allows parents and grandparents to visit Canada for extended periods.

• Super Visa Benefits:
  • Visas can be issued for up to 10 years with multiple entries.
  • Holders can stay in Canada for up to five years at a time, with the possibility of a two-year extension.
  • Sponsors must meet minimum income requirements.
  • Applicants must purchase third-party health insurance.
  • Recently the health insurance requirements have been loosened.

The Super Visa provides a valuable opportunity for families to spend extended time together in Canada, even while awaiting potential PGP invitations.

Looking Ahead: Family Reunification in Canada

The announcement regarding the 2025 PGP invitations underscores Canada's commitment to family reunification. As IRCC prepares to release further details, anticipation is building among those hoping to bring their parents and grandparents to Canada. The PGP and the Super Visa program both play important roles in achieving this goal, offering different pathways for families to connect and thrive within Canada.

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- Rajneesh Kumar