CCR is able to request Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada to expedite processing of applications on behalf of (minor) children overseas who are separated from both parents and are seeking to reunite with one or both parents in Canada.
CCR may be able to intervene if:
- The case involves a child or children overseas separated from both parents. At least one child must be under 18 years when the intervention is requested.
- At least one parent or legal guardian is in Canada and is a Protected Person, Permanent Resident or citizen, or a person in Canada with H&C accepted in principle.
- A permanent residence application has been submitted (for example, Protected Person permanent residence application, One Year Window application, Family Class sponsorship)
In order for the CCR to intervene, an organization, lawyer, or private sponsor representative must submit the request and undertake to work with the parent or parents in Canada, and maintain the communication with the CCR. We are not able to work directly with individuals.
For more information about requests to expedite processing of family reunification applications for separated children, please complete the form below.