tonyorei

hi, can anyone give me some advice on sponsorship? I have an aunt in Alberta who is prepared to sponsor me, but I'm a bit unsure as to what I need to do and which forms to get. Also, should I get a consultant to do paperwork for me? Is it worth it ? Thanks in advance.

Jim Humphries

Sorry - your aunt cannot sponsor you. You should look into the Alberta Provincial Nomination Program to see if you fit their requirements. I am assuming you are not in one of the 28 approved occupations on the CIC's list.

raymasa

In Alberta, aunts can sponsor. From the Alberta, immigration FAQ website (http://www.albertacanada.com/immigra...eamfaqs.html):

“Can I sponsor my cousin as a family member?

No. Eligible family members under the AINP Family stream include a Parent, Child, Brother, Sister, Aunt, Uncle, Niece or Nephew.”


Tony, you may want to start reading:
http://www.albertacanada.com/immigra...ate/index.html

And for family stream:
http://www.albertacanada.com/immigra...ilystream.html

Ray

Jim Humphries

Good news and why PNP is the way to go for many people nowadays.

tonyorei

thanks guys plenty food for thought. great help

tonyorei

ray, does this mean i would have to live in Alberta if i,m sponsored from there.tony.

christmasoompa

Yes, you would. If you go via a province's PNP program then you usually have to sign something to say you intend to settle there. Some provinces have a minimum time you have to spend there (i.e. 5 years), but not sure about Alberta.

But you do have to live there at least as that province has nominated you for PR.