Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds
This class of immigration is for people who would not normally be eligible to become permanent residents of Canada but may be able to apply on humanitarian and compassionate grounds. Humanitarian and compassionate grounds applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis. The factors that are considered are as follow:
• How well-settled a person is in Canada
• General family ties to Canada
• The best interests of any children involved, and
• What could happen to you if you do not get permanent residence in Canada
You may use this category to apply for permanent residence on humanitarian and compassionate grounds (H&C) if you:
- are a foreign national who is currently living in Canada;
- need an exemption from one or more requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA);
- believe humanitarian and compassionate considerations justify granting the exemption(s) you need; and
- are not eligible to apply for permanent residence from within Canada under any of these classes:
- Spouse or Common-Law Partner;
- Live-in Caregiver;
- Caregivers: caring for children or people with high medical needs;
- Protected Person and Convention Refugees; and
- Temporary Resident Permit Holder.
This category is for people who fail to meet the regular requirement of immigration act and regulations, but their circumstances warrant humanitarian and compassionate considerations.
If you believe that you need to be considered under this category, then please discuss with us.
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