Presently, the age for a dependent child is 21 years or younger in Canada for Children sponsorship where individuals can sponsor a dependent or a child you plan to adopt. Your eligibility to apply for this program should be a permanent resident or Canadian citizen with no criminal record, bankruptcy, or under a removal order.

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Eligibility criteria:

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• ​The dependent child should be 21 years old or younger with a relationship status as Single (should be not married or in a relationship)

• If the dependent child age 22 or older with a physical or mental disability and has been financially supported by parents before the age of 22 can be considered a dependent under this program. 

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