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Becoming a permanent resident or Canadian citizen is one of the most important steps in creating a long-term life in Canada. But the process can be complex, paperwork-heavy, and vulnerable to mistakes that lead to delays or refusals.
At Provenance Law, we guide individuals and families through every stage of the permanent residency and citizenship process with clarity, accuracy, and strategic legal support. Whether you are applying through a skilled worker program, sponsoring a family member, or preparing for citizenship, we ensure that your application is complete, well-supported, and positioned for success.
We proudly assist clients in Ontario, across Canada, and internationally.
“Your Canadian journey deserves careful preparation and strong legal guidance from start to finish.” - Provenance Advocates LLP
Express Entry requires strong documentation, detailed work history, and precise calculations. We assist with:
Eligibility evaluations
CRS score improvement strategies
Profile creation and submission
Document preparation and verification
Addressing previous refusals or procedural errors
Each province has its own requirements. We help clients:
Understand program eligibility
Prepare nomination applications
Handle supporting documentation
Respond to program officer requests
Whether Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) or another province, we ensure your case is properly structured.
Family reunification is one of Canada’s core immigration values. We assist with:
Spousal and common-law sponsorships
Dependent child sponsorships
Parent & grandparent sponsorships
Super Visa preparation
Interviews and relationship evidence packages
We ensure your submission clearly demonstrates relationship evidence and eligibility.
For individuals in exceptional situations, H&C applications can offer a route to permanent residency. We help present:
Establishment in Canada
Best interests of children
Hardship if required to leave Canada
Medical, safety, or personal vulnerabilities
H&C applications must be compelling and well-documented — we prepare them with care and precision.
Long absences, travel restrictions, or personal emergencies can affect PR status.
We help clients with:
PR card renewals
Residency obligation challenges
Humanitarian explanations for lost residency days
Appeals for removal orders related to residency obligations
We help ensure your application is:
Complete
Well-documented
Supported by accurate residency calculations
Prepared for potential follow-up requests
We represent clients facing:
Residency determination hearings
Language or knowledge test concerns
Misrepresentation allegations
Judicial reviews in Federal Court
Clear guidance through every stage of the process
Strong documentation support to avoid refusals
Strategic advice for complex or high-risk cases
Appeal and reconsideration experience
Compassionate, client-focused service
We take your future in Canada seriously.
We support clients worldwide in achieving their Canadian immigration goals. Our team helps you navigate every step with confidence and clarity.
Processing times vary by immigration stream, ranging from a few months (Express Entry) to over a year (sponsorship or H&C)
Not required, but highly recommended. Many refusals occur due to paperwork errors, missing documents, or incorrect interpretations of IRCC guidelines.
Express Entry is a federal system based on points, while PNP allows provinces to nominate candidates who meet specific regional needs.
Yes. Outland sponsorship is available for spouses living abroad, and inland sponsorship is available if the spouse is already in Canada.
We can review the refusal reasons, prepare a stronger application, or pursue appeal routes when available.
You must be in Canada for 730 days within the last five years. We help calculate days and provide explanations for shortfalls.
Possibly. You must meet physical presence requirements. We help verify eligibility and prepare accurate residency records.
Typically: relationship evidence, financial documents, identity documents, police certificates, and medical exams. Requirements vary by case.
Yes. H&C is specifically designed for individuals who are already inside Canada and facing hardship if forced to leave.
Hearings typically address residency concerns or documentation issues. We prepare you, gather additional evidence, and represent you at the hearing.
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