If you’ve been waiting to reunite with your loved ones in Canada, the 2025 Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) could be your opportunity. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has confirmed it will accept up to 10,000 complete sponsorship applications starting July 28, 2025. This annual program allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to bring their parents and grandparents to Canada permanently.
What is the Parents and Grandparents Program?
The Parents and Grandparents Program is a family reunification pathway that lets eligible Canadians sponsor their parents or grandparents for permanent residency. It’s a popular program with limited intake every year due to high demand. This year, IRCC will send out invitations over a two-week period starting July 28.
Unlike previous years, only those who submitted an interest to sponsor form back in 2020 and haven’t yet received an invitation will be considered in 2025. No new interest forms will be accepted.
How Will Invitations Be Issued?
If you filled out a sponsorship interest form in 2020, you should check the email you used at the time including spam and junk folders. IRCC will contact potential sponsors directly, and if selected, you’ll be invited to apply through one of two online portals:
- Permanent Residence Portal
- Representative Permanent Residence Portal (for those working with authorized representatives)
To avoid missing your chance, act quickly once the invitation is received. You’ll need to submit a complete application electronically.
What If You Don’t Receive an Invitation?
Not everyone who submitted an interest in 2020 will be invited. But don’t worry, there’s a solid alternative: Canada’s Super Visa.
The Super Visa is a long-term, multiple-entry visitor visa available to parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Here’s what makes it attractive:
- Valid for up to 10 years
- Stay in Canada for 5 years at a time
- Extend stay by up to 2 years without leaving
This is a more flexible option for families who want their loved ones to visit for extended periods while they await permanent options.
Important Dates and Actions for Sponsors
| Key Details | Information |
| Program Launch | July 28, 2025 |
| Total Applications Accepted | 10,000 |
| Eligible Sponsors | Submitted interest in 2020 (not previously invited) |
| Application Submission Method | Permanent Residence Portal / Representative Portal |
Make sure your contact information from 2020 is still accessible. If your email is no longer in use, consider setting up forwarding or recovering access.
Why This Program Matters in 2025
With immigration policies evolving, the Parents and Grandparents Program remains a critical route for family reunification in Canada. It offers long-term stability and the ability to bring close family members into your daily life. Whether you’re applying through PGP or using the Super Visa route, 2025 brings new opportunities for connection.
How to Prepare
As the IRCC prepares to accept 10,000 sponsorship applications under the Parents and Grandparents Program, now is the time to act. Check your inbox, gather necessary documents, and consult an immigration professional if you receive an invitation.
The Parents and Grandparents Program is not just about immigration, it’s about strengthening families. Don’t miss your chance to bring your loved ones closer.
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