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The government has cited capacity constraints and the need to manage the immigration system effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Points:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>No New Applications in 2025:<\/strong> Only applications received in 2024 will be processed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stricter Eligibility Criteria:<\/strong> Applicants must meet specific conditions, including timely submission and complete documentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Limited Spots:<\/strong> A cap of 15,000 sponsorship applications will be processed in 2025.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The government has urged families to stay informed about future updates and potential openings for new applications in subsequent years.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Canadian government has announced stricter rules for the Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program. Starting January 1, 2025, no new applications will be accepted for the entire year. 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