Hi, I just signed up for the Express Entry. I included my son on my application so I could bring him with me. My concern is, what will be the arrangement for me and my son if all goes well? Of course I am new to this country, what do you guys think is going to happen? I see, it is illegal to leave my kid home alone while I am working. Can anyone share their insights with me on how my situation can work out well for me and my kid? He is 6 years old by the way. I just don't want to be away from my kid.
Thanks guys.
There are a few hurdles that single parents need to overcome even before getting to Canada. Things that CIC will be requiring include: (assuming the reason you're a single parent is divorce from the child's other parent)
1. divorce papers/custody plan specifically allowing the child to be removed from his home state/country to immigrate to Canada.
2. IMM5604 form signed by the non-accompanying parent.
3. The child will require a passport (which may involve getting the other parent's cooperation)
But yes, in Canada, children are generally not allowed to be home by themselves at a young age, and as certainly as young as 6. You may need to find a daycare or after school program if you don't have another responsible adult you know you can trust your child with.
As a PR, both you and the child do need to be able to be reside inside Canada at least 730 days in a 5 year span.