
Common Questions
Can my same-sex partner immigrate to Canada?In 2002 Canada’s immigration laws changed to allow unmarried partners of Canadians (whether same-sex or opposite-sex partners) to be sponsored by their Canadian partners.
Good starting points include:
- Immigration for Same-Sex Couples Where One Partner is Canadian and the Other Partner is Immigrating, also from the law firm of Smith & Hughes, discusses the options.
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Last reviewed December 2017
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