Sponsoring refugees: Groups of five

A group of five is made up of five or more Canadian citizens or permanent residents over the age of 18 who want to sponsor one or more refugees abroad to come to Canada and settle in their community.

The group must agree to support the refugee(s) it is sponsoring emotionally and financially for the full duration of the sponsorship—usually one year.

Learn about:

• Who can apply
• How to apply
• After applying
• Frequently asked questions

Quebec has its own process for sponsoring refugees. Sponsors who live in the province of Quebec should contact the Quebec ministry that handles immigration (ministère de l’Immigration et des Communautés culturelles).

Related Links

• Application for Convention refugees / humanitarian-protected persons abroad (IMM 6000)
• Guide to the Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program