Anyone who has a PR card or Canadian Passport can submit EOI. Anyone. Even those who aren't serious about sponsoring anyone! That's how easy they made the system for EOI submission.
Chances of getting picked in the lottery is overall not high. I know I tried in 5 or 6 lottery draws (can't remember exactly) and never got picked. So the chance of BOTH EOI submissions getting picked is very very slim IMHO.
I would suggest just submitting the EOI and see if they get it then decide.
There is no penalty for submitting EOI and getting picked but not applying when invited. Many get picked in the lottery but do not qualify at all and never apply.
There is also good chance some will apply to the lottery over and over again and never ever get picked.
Like they say it's a LOTTERY! ie a game.
Thanks for your reply,,, I was just curious to have you guys views on following scenarios;
Scenario 1.) someone not eligible, submits EOI, gets invitation, do not apply. This individual has not taken any benefit. (If we ignore a wasted spot or burden on system)
Scenario 2A) Two siblings are eligible to sponsor parents, both submit EOI
OR
2B) A couple is eligible to sponsor either parents or in-laws, both submit EOI for their respective parents.
Now in scenario A & B, Even with any of the following results;
-> No parents gets invited.
-> One parent couple gets invited.
-> Both parent couples gets invited
Scenario 2A & 2B has taken advantage in sense that they have doubled their chances at EOI stage. Now At later stage during sponsorship when NOA's are submitted , IRCC has the record of that applicant & co-signer( how many EOI's submitted and eligibility at EOI stage). Now IRCC can easily find the advantage thing if they choose to do so, does not this put scenario 2 applicants risk at that stage.
Most of the answers are directed towards scenario 1 applicants, I am curios to know about scenario 2.
your views are welcome