Canadian Spousal Sponsorship

Build your life together. Expert Canadian spousal sponsorship support.

Navigating the separation of borders is exhausting. Whether your partner is across the world or staying with you in Canada on a visitor visa, a successful spousal sponsorship is the key to ending the uncertainty.

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What sponsorship unlocks

More than just an application. It’s the first day of your future.

With recent 2026 policy shifts, including new flexible interview guidelines and evolving work permit rules, there has never been a more critical time to ensure your application is airtight. A successful sponsorship application provides:

Work authorization

If eligible, secure an Open Work Permit so your partner can contribute and thrive in the Canadian economy while the Permanent Residence portion is processed.

Uninterrupted togetherness

Transition from “temporary visitor” to Permanent Resident without the fear of being separated by visa expirations.

A path to citizenship

Establish the foundation for your partner to eventually join you as a fellow Canadian citizen.

Why act now

Timing is everything in Canadian immigration.

As of early 2026, IRCC processing times are hovering between 15 and 24 months depending on your stream.

Beat the backlog: demand for family reunification is at an all-time high. Every week you wait is another week added to a year-plus long queue.

We help you cut through the red tape and get your application processed correctly the first time.

Current processing

15 to 24

months as stated by IRCC, and climbing

Files prepared correctly the first time avoid returned applications and months lost to the backlog.

How we work

A modern lawyer-led process, built on state-of-the-art software.

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Initial consultation

Talk to one of our licensed lawyer's to tell us your background and needs. We then provide expert advice and suggested next steps, including a flat fee for further assistance.

02

Application preparation

You'll work closely with our team on our secure, AI-powered software to prepare and finalize your application as quickly as possible.

03

Our lawyers review and file

An Ontario licensed immigration lawyer always does a final review (sometimes twice), and files on your behalf.

Flat fees. Personal responses within 24 business hours. No surprises.

Why a professional consultation matters

Spousal sponsorship is not one-size-fits-all.

The reason many spousal applications are refused is due to “thin evidence” or “procedural errors.” Under current 2026 scrutiny, IRCC officers are looking for very specific markers of relationship genuineness, more than ever before.

Select the best stream

We'll determine if “Inland” or “Outland” is faster and safer for your specific living situation and travel needs.

Conduct a “genuineness” audit

We review your relationship history to identify potential “red flags” (like short courtships or limited cohabitation) and build a narrative that satisfies IRCC.

Optimize work permit timing

We map out exactly if and when to apply for the Open Work Permit to ensure your partner has the right to work as soon as legally possible.

Ensure “one-and-done” filing

One missing signature or outdated police certificate can result in a returned application, wasting months of your time. We ensure it's perfect the first time.

Trusted by clients across Canada.

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Lucas Arantes

Josh was incredibly helpful throughout two work permits and our overall immigration process, guiding all of us (including two different employers) every step of the way. He made complicated immigration topics easy to understand and helped us choose the best strategy for our family's needs. Now we're proud Canadian citizens raising our two kids in Montréal.

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Yongjie Zhang

It was a pleasure working with Josh on my work permit application. He was very professional and timely with his communication and I am excited to finally be accepted to Canada.

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Rob Attwell

Josh was incredibly helpful and responsive in dealing with our immigration issues through the Global Talent Stream Program. He really knew his stuff and was willing to help me and, more importantly, our candidate through the process.

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Abhishek Srivastava

Josh made the whole work permit application process quite easy and it was great to work with him. He is very knowledgeable in his area of expertise and resolved all my queries. I am excited to be starting my new life in Canada!

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Irem Ayan

It has been an absolute pleasure working with Joshua throughout my immigration process. He easily spotted the mistake in my first Express Entry application and guided me through a second application which was recently approved. Very professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. I wouldn't be planning my landing in Canada if it weren't for his advice.

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Adam Cowley

We worked with Josh on a work permit re-application after we had some struggles trying to get it ourselves. Josh was a pleasure to work with and helped us get our approval in a timely fashion. We hope to work with him again soon.

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Priyanka Chabbi

I had a great experience working with Josh. He is an incredibly patient and knowledgeable lawyer who truly cares about his clients. The company that hired me in Canada worked with Josh for my visa process, and everything went smoothly from start to finish.

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Jess S.

I'm glad I met Josh. He helped me with my Canadian Work Permit Visa and my husband's OWP. I was apprehensive at first, and I had a lot of questions, but Josh was always accurate and willing to help. He is an excellent professional, and it's clear that he cares about every client.

Joshua Schachnow, founding Canadian immigration lawyer at Schachnow Law

Founding Partner

Joshua Schachnow, B.Com., J.D.

Josh is a Toronto-based lawyer who has been practicing immigration law for more than 9 years. More specifically, he's helped thousands of individuals and companies navigate Canadian immigration - from work permits to permanent residence, study permits, citizenship, LMIAs and more. Josh always puts his clients first, and believes quick and thoughtful communication is most important to making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Called to the Ontario Bar. Member of the Law Society of Ontario, and the Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association.

Ready to get started

Bring your partner home.

Share a few details about your relationship and current situation. Within one business day, we’ll get back to you to schedule a review of your profile and map out the fastest, safest path to permanent residence.

Flat fees. No obligation. We reply within 24 business hours.

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