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CanadaVisit & tourismLast checked October 16, 2026

Super visa for parents and grandparents

The super visa lets parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens, permanent residents or registered Indians visit for up to 5 years at a time. It is a multiple-entry visa valid for up to 10 years. The host child or grandchild must meet a minimum income and invite the applicant. The applicant needs private health insurance and a medical exam.

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  • Canoo

    Free or discounted access to thousands of Canadian attractions such as parks, museums and historic sites through the Institute for Canadian Citizenship's app. It's free to sign up if you are a permanent resident within five years of receiving PR, or within one year of your citizenship ceremony.

    New permanent residentsNew citizens
  • Free admission for youth at Parks Canada places

    Youth aged 17 and under get free admission to Parks Canada national parks and historic sites. Fees for camping, accommodation and some other services still apply, so check current prices.

    YouthFamiliesStudents
  • Parks Canada Discovery Pass

    An annual pass for unlimited admission to Parks Canada places that charge entry. Regular fees apply again from September 8, 2026, so check current prices and what the pass covers.

    Everyone
  • Canadian Museum of Nature: Canoo Access Pass

    The museum offers free admission to Canoo members, who are new citizens and recent permanent residents. Its extended programme adds discounts of 50% in the second year of Canoo membership, 25% in the third year and 15% in the fourth year.

    New permanent residentsNew citizens

Offers and conditions change; check the official page before you go.

Life in Canada

Money

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Currency

Canadian Dollar

CAD

Canadian Dollar

Cost of living

90

Price level · US = 100

World Bank price levels, 2025

Tax

14–33%

Income tax (national)

Federal top rate applies above CAD 258,482 (2026); provinces/territories add their own income tax (roughly 4% to 21% at the top), giving combined top rates of about 44% to 54%.

Official rates, 2026 · headline only

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Happiness

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#24 of 145 countries

World Happiness Report 2025

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Who it’s for

Parents and grandparents who want long visits with a child or grandchild living in Canada.

Eligibility

  • Relationship

    You must be the parent or grandparent of the host and be able to prove it.

  • Host status

    The host must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or registered Indian, at least 18, and living in Canada.

  • Host minimum income

    The host must meet the minimum necessary income for the family size, with a spouse or partner as co-signer if needed.

    CAD 38,002

    Minimum necessary income (example)

    Table updated July 29, 2025
    • Amount shown is an example from the table
    Official wording

    The host (with spouse or partner as co-signer, if needed) must meet the minimum necessary income for the family size, for example CAD 38,002 for a family of 2 (table updated July 29, 2025).

A sneak peek at what's inside

  • Next requirementLetter of invitation
  • Document checklistLetter of invitation from child or grandchild
  • FeesSuper visa fee (multiple-entry temporary resident visa)

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  • 10 documents
  • 3 fees
  • 8 steps
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