For individuals with compelling personal circumstances but no other pathway to stay in Canada legally, applying for permanent residence on Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) grounds offers a critical opportunity. This application is designed for those who would experience undue hardship if required to leave Canada—such as individuals with deep community ties, family in Canada, or those facing risks in their country of origin.
At Sunder Law, we specialize in building strong, evidence-based H&C applications that highlight your unique circumstances and the compassionate considerations that justify permanent residency.
We assess your personal hardship, ties to Canada, and risk upon return to determine H&C eligibility.
We prepare a complete, well-structured file that meets IRCC’s requirements and avoids common mistakes.
We craft your story with strong supporting documents like affidavits and medical or community letters.
Post-submission, we track your file, respond to IRCC requests, and advocate for a fair outcome.
It’s a special type of permanent residence application made from inside Canada by individuals who would face undue hardship if forced to leave. It’s often a last-resort option for those without legal status.
Applicants must demonstrate strong establishment in Canada, risk of hardship upon return to their country, and/or the best interests of children affected by their removal. Each case is evaluated on its own merits.
Yes. One of the main purposes of the H&C pathway is to allow people without status to seek permanent residence based on compelling personal circumstances.
Yes, unless you have a concurrent stay of removal or pending deferral request. Sunder Law can help you pursue both a stay and an H&C application to protect your status.
This can include proof of establishment (employment, education, community involvement), health records, letters from family/friends, documentation of hardships, and country condition reports.
Processing times vary, often ranging from 18 to 24 months. During this time, Sunder Law remains actively involved in managing your file and updates.
Yes. We can review the refusal, identify weaknesses in the original application, and help you reapply with a stronger, more persuasive submission.