The definition of a dependent child (for immigration applications) changed on October 24, 2017. Use this tool to check if your child qualifies as a dependant or read this Backgrounder public policy dependants.
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New definition of age of dependants now in force
The Government of Canada has changed the definition of the age of dependants from “under 19” to “under 22,” fulfilling a key mandate commitment of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. Read more here!
Government of Canada implements new legislative changes to the Citizenship Act
Important changes to physical presence and the age required to meet language and knowledge requirements for permanent residents who are applying for citizenship will come into effect on October 11, 2017. More on this in the News Release.
