Humanitarian and Compassionate

You Can Get Permanent Residence in Canada Under Humanitarian and Compassionate Ground

Whenever you apply for permanent residence under the Humanitarian and Compassionate Ground (H&C), you are informing the Canadian government that you or your family members face danger or hardship that would cause extreme emotional distress and often financial loss if you stayed or returned to your home country.

The unique characteristic of Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds based immigration is that it allows those who would otherwise be ineligible for permanent residence in Canada to apply. It allows a program to be more adaptable.

When deciding on a Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds case, the officer looks at more than just whether you fit the program’s eligibility requirements. In fact, the officer evaluates your situation to see if your circumstances are exceptional enough to warrant a deviation from conventional procedure.

Who Shall Apply for Permanent Residence Under H&C?

You shall apply for permanent residence under humanitarian and compassionate grounds (H&C) if:

  • You are a foreign national currently residing in Canada. 
  • You require an exemption from one or more provisions of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) or Regulations in order to apply for permanent residence in Canada.
  • You believe that humanitarian and compassionate considerations warrant granting the exemptions.

You are not eligible to apply for permanent residence in any of the following categories from within Canada:

    • Protected Persons and Convention Refugees 
    • Spouse or Common-Law Partner
    • Live-in Caregiver
    • Caregivers: caring for children or persons with special medical needs
    • Protected Persons and Convention Refugees
    •  Temporary Resident Permit Holder
Why Is It Important to Contact a Professional Immigration Consultant?

It’s not easy to get a Humanitarian and Compassionate application approved. Immigration officers are hesitant to grant them unless the applicant can show that they have faced hardship in their home country and have established themselves in Canada. For a good outcome, you must present a solid and convincing case. The immigration advisors address these cases with vigor, ensuring that your application stands out.