If you are at least 18 years of age or above, you are eligible to sponsor a relative to immigrate to Canada under the family class. If you are planning to sponsor a relative, you must be able to support them financially when they arrive and should meet their basic needs. There are several other requirements to be fulfilled such as:
- You must be a Canadian citizen
- You are a permanent resident of Canada
- You are a person registered in Canada
The individuals you can sponsor as a relative are as follows:
- Relative related to you by blood or adoption
- Orphaned Relative
- Brother or sister
- Uncle or aunt
- Nephew or niece