Canada has announced that citizens and permanent residents will no longer be able to sponsor their parents or grandparents for permanent residence, following a federal decision to pause the intake of new applications under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). In a government news release issued on July 15, 2026, officials confirmed the move that effectively shuts the door on future sponsorships unless Ottawa reverses course.
According to the release, the Canadian government is “taking steps to maintain a well‑managed, sustainable immigration system that works for newcomers and Canadians alike.”
