Great News for Families: Canada Opening Parents and Grandparents Program for 2025!

Exciting news for those who have been eagerly waiting to bring their parents and grandparents to Canada! Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that it will be opening the intake for the highly anticipated Parents and Grandparents Program for 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their loved ones for permanent residence in Canada.

Parents and Grandparents Program 2025: What You Need to Know

Here's what you need to know about this year's program:

• Invitations to Apply: Starting on July 28, 2025, IRCC will begin sending out invitations to apply. This process will continue for approximately two weeks.

• No New Interest to Sponsor Form: It is crucial to note that IRCC will not be opening a new interest to sponsor form for the 2025 intake. Instead, they will be sending invitations to potential sponsors who submitted an interest to sponsor form back in 2020 and have not yet been invited to apply.

• Check Your Email: If you submitted an interest to sponsor form in 2020, be sure to keep a close eye on your email, including your junk and spam folders, for an invitation.

• Application Cap: For the 2025 intake, IRCC plans to accept up to 10,000 complete applications for sponsorship.

  
  

How to Apply if You Receive an Invitation

If you are one of the fortunate individuals to receive an invitation, you will be able to submit your application electronically through either the Permanent Residence Portal or the Representative Permanent Residence Portal.

What if You Don't Receive an Invitation?

For those who are not invited to apply this year, there is still a great option to consider: the super visa. The super visa is a multiple-entry visa that is valid for up to 10 years. It allows parents and grandparents to stay in Canada for up to five years at a time, with the possibility of extending their stay.

This announcement is a welcome development for many families. If you submitted an interest to sponsor form in 2020, get ready to check your inbox! For more detailed information on past intakes, you can refer to the report on previous intakes from 2020 to 2022 available on the IRCC website.

Frequently Asked Questions: 2025 Parents and Grandparents Program

1. How can I apply for the 2025 Parents and Grandparents Program?

You cannot apply directly at this time. The 2025 intake is an invitation-only process. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will be sending invitations to a pool of potential sponsors who submitted an "interest to sponsor" form in 2020. No new interest to sponsor forms are being accepted for this intake.

2. I submitted an interest to sponsor form in 2020 but haven't received an email. Should I be concerned?

Not yet. IRCC will begin sending out invitations on July 28, 2025, and the process will continue for approximately two weeks. Since it is still before that date, it is normal that you have not received an invitation. Be sure to monitor the email account you used for the 2020 submission, including your spam and junk folders, during that two-week period.

3. If I receive an invitation, what are the next steps?

If you are invited to apply, you will receive an email from IRCC with instructions. You will then need to submit a complete application electronically through the Permanent Residence Portal or the Representative Permanent Residence Portal. Your invitation email will specify the deadline by which you must submit your full application.

4. How many applications will IRCC accept this year?

For the 2025 intake, IRCC aims to accept up to 10,000 complete applications for the sponsorship of parents and grandparents.

5. I was not invited, or I missed the 2020 submission. What other options do I have to bring my parents or grandparents to Canada?

If you are not invited to apply for the Parents and Grandparents Program, the best alternative is the super visa. The super visa is a multiple-entry visitor visa that can remain valid for up to 10 years. It allows parents and grandparents to visit family in Canada for up to five years at a time, with the option to apply to extend their stay while in Canada.

Conclusion: A New Opportunity for Families

The opening of the Parents and Grandparents Program for 2025 brings hope to many families. It is a chance to reunite with loved ones and create lasting memories together in Canada. As you prepare for this opportunity, ensure you stay informed and ready to act when the invitations are sent out.

Remember, if you do not receive an invitation, the super visa remains a viable option. This program allows families to maintain connections and support one another across borders.

Stay tuned for more updates as the application date approaches. The journey to bringing your family to Canada is just beginning!