Family Sponsorship
Bring eligible loved ones together in Canada
Family reunification is an important part of Canadian immigration. Atlas Immigration helps sponsors and applicants understand the relationship, eligibility, undertaking and evidence requirements that apply to their category.
Who may be sponsored
Canadian citizens and permanent residents may be able to sponsor eligible family members. Programs include sponsorship of a spouse, common-law partner or conjugal partner, dependent children, and—under separate intake rules—parents and grandparents. Limited provisions may apply to certain other relatives.
The sponsor and applicant must each meet the rules for the selected category. Sponsors accept a financial undertaking, and some circumstances can make a person ineligible to sponsor. Relationship evidence must be truthful, complete and suited to the facts; no single checklist fits every family.
Review the official Government of Canada family sponsorship guide for current categories and instructions.
A complete family history
- Identity and civil-status documents for family members
- Evidence of the qualifying relationship
- Accurate address, employment and travel histories
- Sponsor status and eligibility records
- Required declarations and financial information
- Police certificates, medical examinations and biometrics when required
Atlas can assist with category selection, form preparation, document organization and explanations for unusual facts. Decisions remain with Canadian immigration authorities, and processing time varies by category and case.
Tell us about your family situation
For temporary family travel, see visitor visas. You can also review our support for international clients and broader immigration services.
Last reviewed: July 12, 2026. Sponsorship eligibility, intake processes and document requirements change. This page provides general information, not legal advice or an eligibility decision. Check current Canada.ca instructions and consult an authorized practitioner about your family’s circumstances.