I get the impression that lawyers and government works in a different way in many far away countries, so people coming think that it might work the same way in Canada and that paying someone would give you special handling and favors from government...... Canada doesn't work that way and should never work that wayprofiler said:I agree with scylla here. No need to hire a lawyer. THey quoted us $10,000 retainer and probably $13k to finish the process. We asked our case specific questions then filed ourselves.
The costs to file is $75 for the sponsor application, $475 for the PR application and $490 for Right of Permanent Residence Fee. $1040 total.
I wouldn't see any problems with your case. Either marry or live together for a year before filing.