Quick answer: family sponsorship allows a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, conjugal partner or dependent child to become a permanent resident. At Linda Salas & Associates, we prepare your complete application, inside or outside Canada.
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Is this service for you?
- You are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
- You are married or in a common-law relationship.
- You can take financial responsibility for your family member.
- You want to do the process correctly and transparently.
What’s included?
- Inland sponsorship (inside Canada).
- Outland sponsorship (outside Canada).
- Open work permit for the partner, when applicable.
- Restoration of status, when applicable.
- Complete application preparation.
What is the sponsor’s undertaking?
According to IRCC, when you sponsor you commit to supporting the people you sponsor financially, even if your situation changes. Outside Quebec, the undertaking lasts 3 years for a spouse or partner. Once your family member becomes a permanent resident, it cannot be cancelled or shortened.
How we help
- Case assessment: we review your status, your partner’s status and your relationship history.
- Strategy: we decide whether to apply inside or outside Canada and what relationship evidence to submit.
- Documents: you get a personalized checklist and we review every document and piece of evidence.
- Preparation and submission: we prepare forms, letters and document packages, and submit your application.
- Follow-up: we support you until a decision is made and keep you informed.
Why choose Linda Salas & Associates?
- Led by Linda Salas, Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC R510397). You can verify her registration with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants.
- More than 18 years of experience in Canadian immigration.
- Service in English and Spanish.
- Rated 4.7 across more than 280 Google reviews.
Frequently asked questions
Can I sponsor my partner if we are not married?
Yes, if you are common-law or conjugal partners and meet the requirements. We review your case.
Can my partner work while we wait?
In some cases, they may apply for an open work permit. We check whether it applies to your situation.
What relationship evidence do we need?
It depends on each case. We help you gather and organize the strongest evidence.
Do you guarantee approval?
No. No one can guarantee an approval: the decision belongs to the Canadian authorities. Our job is to prepare your application as completely and strongly as possible.
Want to bring your partner to Canada?
Book a consultation and we will review your case.
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Official sources: IRCC – Sponsor your spouse, partner or children. Last reviewed: November 2026. This page is for information only and does not replace individual advice.