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C-242Royal assent received

Law to Make it Easier for Parents and Grandparents to Visit Canada

More Visits for Parents and Grandparents

Introduced Feb 8, 2022·Last discussed Jun 22, 2023
Summary

This proposed law is about making it simpler for parents and grandparents to visit Canada. It creates a special type of visitor visa just for them. This visa can be valid for up to 10 years. This change affects Canadian citizens and permanent residents who want their parents or grandparents to visit for extended periods. It also affects the parents and grandparents themselves, making it easier for them to travel to and stay in Canada. This matters because it allows families to spend more quality time together. Parents and grandparents can be more involved in their children's and grandchildren's lives. It reduces the stress and cost of repeatedly applying for shorter-term visas.

Bill Timeline
Introduced in the House
Feb 8, 2022
Approved in principle (House)
May 4, 2022
Vote on Bill C-242 — approve in principlePassed
330 Yea1 Nay
May 4, 2022
Passed the House
Oct 26, 2022
Introduced in the Senate
Oct 26, 2022
Final vote on Bill C-242Passed
319 Yea0 Nay
Oct 26, 2022
Approved in principle (Senate)
Dec 14, 2022
Passed the Senate
Jun 21, 2023
Became law
Jun 22, 2023
Where This Lands on Key Issues

Where this proposed law falls on the policy spectrums that Canadians care about

ImmigrationIncrease immigration moderately

The bill explicitly aims to make it easier for parents and grandparents to visit Canada for extended periods, which directly supports increased immigration and family reunification.

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