IRCC Updates for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) for 2025
Canada continues to maintain its strong respect for the family reunification principle across several immigration streams. Among the various programs, the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) is one of the most awaited each year. Any family across India and in the rest of the world who stands to reunite with their loved ones in Canada should keep themselves informed on the latest from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). What Is the Parents and Grandparents Program? PGP provides a pathway for Canadian citizens or permanent residents to sponsor their parents and grandparents to obtain permanent residence status in Canada. It comes under the umbrella of the Canada Family Sponsorship program, which is established for sponsoring close family members under a well-defined visa program. Some Key Updates for 2025 Though the guidelines may be revised anytime during the year, below is a general outline of what is expected of PGP in 2025: ● ...