IRCC just confirmed that the Parents and Grandparents Program 2025 invitation round will begin July 28, 2025. If you submitted an Interest to Sponsor form in 2020 and haven’t received an invitation yet, this could finally be your chance to sponsor your parents or grandparents for permanent residence in Canada.
In this post, we’ll cover who’s eligible, what steps to take if you’re invited, and what options are available if you’re not selected.
What Is the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP)?
The Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their parents or grandparents for permanent residency in Canada.
This program is one of the most meaningful ways to reunite families. Sponsored parents and grandparents can:
- Live in Canada as permanent residents
- Access health care and social benefits
- Work or study in Canada
- Apply for citizenship later on
📬 Who Will Get a PGP 2025 Invitation?
IRCC will not open new Interest to Sponsor submissions this year. Instead, they will send invitations to eligible applicants who submitted a form back in 2020.
Key Details:
- IRCC will begin sending invitations on July 28, 2025
- The invitation round will last for about 2 weeks
- 10,000 invitations will be issued this year
- Only applicants who submitted an Interest to Sponsor form in 2020 are eligible
📩 Check your email inbox carefully starting July 28, including your spam and junk folders.
PGP 2025 Timeline Summary
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| July 16, 2025 | IRCC announced the upcoming intake |
| July 28, 2025 | Invitations begin going out |
| August 11, 2025 (approx.) | Final invitations expected to be sent |
How to Apply After Receiving a PGP 2025 Invitation
If you receive a Parents and Grandparents Program 2025 invitation, you must submit a complete sponsorship application electronically.
What You’ll Need:
- Proof of income to meet the Minimum Necessary Income (MNI)
- Documents to support your relationship with the person you’re sponsoring
- Valid status and proof of residence in Canada
- All forms completed before the deadline stated in your invitation
Don’t wait — invitations have an expiry date, and late applications won’t be accepted.
Didn’t Get an Invitation? You Still Have Options
If you aren’t among the 10,000 invited this year, you can still consider the Super Visa as a strong alternative.
Why the Super Visa Is a Good Option:
- Valid for up to 10 years
- Allows parents/grandparents to stay in Canada for 5 years at a time
- Offers the option to extend their stay by 2 years without leaving Canada
The Super Visa is ideal if you’re waiting for a future PGP round or your financials aren’t yet ready for sponsorship.
Need Help With Your Parents Sponsorship Application?
Applying for Parents and Grandparents PR can be tricky and requires careful attention to detail. To avoid mistakes and increase your chances of success, it’s best to get expert immigration help. Our team is ready to guide you through every step of the process — so you can reunite with your loved ones in Canada smoothly and confidently.
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