Is PCC needed upfront?

[avanipatil]

Hi Guys,
I will be sponsoring PR for my spouse. My question is does my spouse need to get PCC and will have to submit along with package or its a process for later part and only if CIC demands?

Please let me know your thoughts.

Thanks

 

[kcward7]

Hi Guys,
I will be sponsoring PR for my spouse. My question is does my spouse need to get PCC and will have to submit along with package or its a process for later part and only if CIC demands?

Please let me know your thoughts.

Thanks

Upfront submission with the application.

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1328&top=14