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I think it still may be relevant though perhaps not as critical as if I was the principal applicant. As per the actual rule posted by Rob_TO previously: 5.28. Bars to sponsorship They are convicted of a sexual offence under the Criminal Code [against anyone]; Sponsors or co-signers convicted...

Yes, I'm greatly appreciative of the responses and helpful information being provided by the members here. It's been a comfort to me to know that my past transgression may not be the barrier to providing a better life for my family going forward that I thought it might be. In your case, in my...

Yes, with regards to the wording "for convictions outside Canada, they have shown, at least five years after the expiry of the sentence, that they have been rehabilitated, or there has been a final acquittal" I assume that it's necessary to show that at least five years has passed AND that you...

Thanks Aquakitty. Yes, the incident involved an adult, not a child. When I do apply, I would do as you mentioned and check the box and use the space or another sheet of paper to explain what happened. One of the rationales I would have for using an immigration lawyer is that I believe some/most...

Thanks. My basic wonder/concern is essentially what Aquakitty commented earlier "The problem with lawyers though, is you don't know if what they are telling you is true or just a worst-case scenario to scare you into purchasing their services" It seems likely that whomever I consulted would...

Yes, my initial thinking was that I should submit the spousal sponsorship application and application for PR residency for my spouse through an immigration lawyer as they would have the most knowledge about how my circumstances would be viewed by Immigration Canada and the visa officer handling...

Thanks so much for the link to the actual rules. It does seem that based on the amount of time that has passed(more than 10 years), I wouldn't be automatically ineligible for sponsorship of my spouse. That's definitely a great relief to know at least initially.

Hi everyone I am a Canadian citizen living outside of Canada and am preparing to apply for sponsorship of my spouse to immigrate to Canada and would like to gather opinions on my eligibility as a sponsor as I have a previous conviction. The incident occurred more than 10 years ago outside of...