The Humanitarian and Compassionate considerations allow individuals to apply for permanent residence who may not be eligible otherwise. This provision in the immigration act is to protect individuals for Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds. You should apply if you:
- Are a foreign national currently living in Canada
- Need an exemption from one or more requirements stated in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) or Regulations to apply for permanent residence
- Believe humanitarian and compassionate considerations justify granting the exemption(s) you need
- Are not eligible to apply for permanent residence from within Canada in any of the following classes:
- Spouse or common-law partner
- Live-in caregiver
- Caregivers: caring for children or people with high medical needs
- Protected Person and Convention Refugees
- Temporary Resident Permit Holder
Examples of factors that may be taken into consideration for an applicant’s humanitarian and compassionate case include, but are not limited to:
- Employment history
- Best interest of children
- Health considerations
- Family violence considerations
- Education or training obtained in Canada
- Consequences of separation from your family
- Violence in home country