The government of Canada is planning to change the maximum age of dependent children accompanying their parents to less than 22 years old (i.e. 21 or under). If approved, the maximum age is expected to be increased in fall 2017.
The proposed change is likely to be welcomed by many parents in Canada who may now be eligible to sponsor their children aged between 19 and 21 to join them. Moreover, potential applicants from around the world may be able to include their children, who are currently ineligible due to their age, on an application.
The new definition of “dependent child” would apply for applicants who submit a permanent resident application on or after the date the change comes into effect.
