AINP: Family Stream: Frequently Asked Questions
If you could not demonstrate these funds in a recognised Canadian financial institution, your Alberta Relative could submit this proof of funds.
The Alberta Relative can no longer demonstrate these funds on behalf of the Candidate.
Can you describe how the September 14, 2009 changes will impact my application?
| Date Application was Submitted | What will happen? |
| Before September 14, 2009 | Your application will be assessed based on the previous (before September 14, 2009) criteria. |
| Before September 14, 2009, but my application was returned to me as incomplete on or after September 14, 2009. | You will be required to submit a new application and it will be assessed based on the new criteria (as of September 14, 2009). |
| Postmarked on or after September 14, 2009 but before September 26, 2009 | Your application will be assessed based on the new criteria (as of September 14, 2009). |
| Postmarked on or after September 26, 2009 | Your application will be assessed based on the new criteria (as of September 14, 2009). |
How to Apply to the Family Stream
What is the step-by-step process for the Family Stream?
Visit the How to Apply page.
How long will the AINP take to process my application?
Current AINP Family Stream Processing Times
Who is the primary contact for the application?
The Alberta Relative will be the primary contact and will be responsible for answering questions or requests for additional information. The Alberta Relative should know the date the application was submitted.
Is there a fee for submitting my application to the AINP?
No. There is no fee to submit an application to the AINP.
Is there a fee for the permanent resident visa?
Yes. After you become a provincial nominee, you must pay processing fees to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) when you apply for permanent residence. You must also pay a “Right of Permanent Residence” fee to gain final permanent resident status.
Alberta Relative Criteria
I would like to assist my brother in becoming a permanent resident; my wife would like to assist her parents in becoming permanent residents. Can we submit two family stream applications to the AINP?
No. There can only be one ongoing commitment of support per household at a time. A second application could only be considered once the initial commitment of support has been fulfilled. The commitment of support is defined as two years from the date the Candidate becomes a permanent resident of Canada.
Can I assist my cousin in becoming a permanent resident?
No. Eligible family members under the AINP Family stream include a parent, child, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, niece or nephew.
Can I assist my step-sibling in becoming a permanent resident?
Yes. Step-relatives or half-relatives are eligible under the AINP Family Stream. However, the blood connection (or adoptive, if applicable) must be clearly shown in the application. You and your Alberta Relative need to show legal documents to prove the relationship.
I want to assist my brother in becoming a permanent resident; however, I only became a permanent resident of Canada last year. My husband/wife has been a permanent resident for several years. Can he/she assist my brother?
No. The Alberta Relative and the Candidate must be directly related as a parent, child, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, niece or nephew.
Family Connection
What is required to prove the family relationship?
Certified copies of official documents showing the relationship between you and your Alberta Relative must be included with the Family Stream application. Examples of official documents which may help prove the relationship include Birth Certificates, Adoption Documents, Passports, and/or Household Register Documents.
You and your Alberta Relative must clearly show your family connection. For example, if your Alberta Relative is your aunt on your mother’s side of the family, the following must be included with the application:
- Official documents showing who your mother is
- Official documents showing who your mother’s parents are
- Official documents showing who your aunt’s parents are
- Your mother and your aunt must have the same parents
How can I demonstrate proof of relationship if me or my family members are from India?
You can prove your relationship is eligible by submitting the following documents:
- Indian passports (of Alberta Relative, Candidate, Candidate’s parents, etc.)
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- School records (e.g. Degree, Matriculation)
- Other documents as required
If your documents are not in English or French you must provide certified translations.
How can I demonstrate proof of relationship if me or my family members are from the Philippines?
You can prove your relationship is eligible by submitting the following documents:
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Baptismal certificates (of Alberta Relative, Candidate, Candidate’s parents, etc.)
The National Statistics Office (NSO) must authenticate all relationship documents.