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For over a decade, the Parents and Grandparents Super Visa program has allowed Canadian citizens and permanent residents to bring their parents and grandparents to Canada for extended periods of time. It is a multiple-entry visa, valid for up to 10 years in total. While the length of stay under a regular multiple-entry visitor visa is limited to 6 months or less, the Super Visa currently allows parents and grandparents to remain in Canada for 2 years at a time. Minimum income requirements must be met by the host child or grandchild to support super visa holders. Applicants must undergo a medical exam and obtain private health insurance from an approved provider. With approximately 17,000 super visas issued per year, it remains a popular option for Canadian citizens and permanent residents to reunite with their parents and grandparents in Canada. As of July 4, 2022, super visa holders will be able to stay in Canada for up to 5 years per entry. They will also have the option to request...