Did not list step sister on PR application

[mandiebraxton]

I got my PR in 2013 and currently a citizen. During my PR application I omitted to mention my step sister (different father) as it was a strained relationship I had no details of her whereabouts.
During a family function back home last year we reconnected and I found out she has a son (27) currently doing his masters. The son has expressed interest in visiting Canada this summer break and I want to invite him.

Now my problem is I don’t know how to describe my relationship with my nephew as I did not list his mom on my PR application. I’m thinking using my birth certificate and my step sister’s birth which will show we have the same mother. I’m worried as records will shoot she was never listed as a sibling in the first place.

Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!
*Mandie*

 

[mandiebraxton]

Senior members, Sylla, Bryanna, PMM any suggestions?

 

[bellaluna]

This is a non-issue, IMO.

Just explain the relationship truthfully, that it was an estranged relationship until recently (no need to explain the PR omission) and it should be ok to invite your nephew.

You are only asked to list family members during your PR app for background checks. It's not like you could sponsor your step-sister as Canadian PR anyway.

 

[mandiebraxton]

Thanks very much!

*Mandie*

 

[canuck_in_uk]

I got my PR in 2013 and currently a citizen. During my PR application I omitted to mention my step sister (different father) as it was a strained relationship I had no details of her whereabouts.
During a family function back home last year we reconnected and I found out she has a son (27) currently doing his masters. The son has expressed interest in visiting Canada this summer break and I want to invite him.

Now my problem is I don’t know how to describe my relationship with my nephew as I did not list his mom on my PR application. I’m thinking using my birth certificate and my step sister’s birth which will show we have the same mother. I’m worried as records will shoot she was never listed as a sibling in the first place.

Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!
*Mandie*

Note that as you have the same mother, she is your half sister, not your step sister.

 

[mandiebraxton]

Note that as you have the same mother, she is your half sister, not your step sister.

Thanks for pointing this it...what’s your take on this?
*Mandie*

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Thanks for pointing this it...what’s your take on this?
*Mandie*

Should be fine.

 

[mandiebraxton]

Should be fine.

Thanks!
*Mandie*

 

[joecarl]

Hello Everyone, I am in a similar situation. When applying for my PR i made a huge mistake and listed all my HALF-SIBLINGS as STEP-SIBLINGS. This is a very common mistake where I come from. My worry is my PR was approved and I am already in Canada. My half-siblings would like to visit me. What should I do? Do I contact IRCC to correct the mistake, or let my siblings apply for visit and submit the appropriate proofs. Thanks

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Hello Everyone, I am in a similar situation. When applying for my PR i made a huge mistake and listed all my HALF-SIBLINGS as STEP-SIBLINGS. This is a very common mistake where I come from. My worry is my PR was approved and I am already in Canada. My half-siblings would like to visit me. What should I do? Do I contact IRCC to correct the mistake, or let my siblings apply for visit and submit the appropriate proofs. Thanks

Not an issue. You can't correct mistakes in closed apps.

 

[joecarl]

Not an issue. You can't correct mistakes in closed apps.

Thanks a lot! That's quite a relief. So when my siblings are applying, do they just make the corrections there and submit the appropriate proof that we are half-siblings?

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Thanks a lot! That's quite a relief. So when my siblings are applying, do they just make the corrections there and submit the appropriate proof that we are half-siblings?

Yes.

 

[rg2020]

Can anybody let me know that i did not include my half sibling before when I came to canada for the first time is there something I can do now or in future when I will submit my PR application

 

[Jeremyjoe]

I am just wondering if anyone can answer my query! I got an ITA in the last draw but yet to apply as my case is a bit unique.

1. I have some step-siblings (at least I was told) but I have no information (like DOB, place of birth, etc) of them. While filling the form online, I could not enter their details because of the like of information. Now, can LOE work in this case to mention their names and say I have never met or seen these people?

One of my step is in Canada has applied for study visa has mention my name as a family member along with other steps (he said) but in a paper application. In that paper application, he was able to estimate Just the age for the once he wasn't sure. So I am worried that if I Just ignore, it might be an issue for me

 

[soniadevi123]

Can anybody let me know that i did not include my half sibling before when I came to canada for the first time is there something I can do now or in future when I will submit my PR application

Did you apply with all the siblings information?