🍁 In Simple Terms
If you're applying for permanent residence as a protected person, you can include your family members in your application. Family members who were outside Canada when you applied have one year from the day you become a permanent resident to apply for their own visas.
Affects: Refugee claimants and protected persons
Legal Text — IRPR Regulation 176
(2)(2) A family member who is included in an application to remain in Canada as a permanent resident and who is outside Canada at the time the application is made shall be issued a permanent resident visa if
(3)(3) A family member who is inadmissible on any of the grounds referred to in subsection 21(2) of the Act shall not be issued a permanent resident visa and shall not become a permanent resident.
IRPA Authority
In Practice
Related Regulations
Official Source: Justice Canada — IRPR r. 176 (authoritative, may differ from this display)
Explore the Law
Browse all IRPA sections and IRPR regulations with plain-language summaries.