K. g0 L C+ `3 W) `& P% wIf you sponsor a family member to immigrate to Canada, you must provide proof that you can: . X8 Q9 Q2 A2 X' K( a5 o" U9 [; u% D meet basic needs—such as food, clothing and shelter—for yourself and your family,5 E3 x/ Z$ L4 t) c) o- E5 Y
support your relative financially and, `" I' ^' r, m5 A+ l) x
make sure your spouse or relative does not need to ask for financial help from the government.! F! ~: y% g, J7 `! U4 i) b
2 Z0 B! u5 Y& Q) g/ w" P/ j4 q) s http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/sponsor/spouse.asp