Custodianship for Minor Students in Canada
End-to-end IRCC-compliant custodianship for international students under 18, covering custodian designation, IMM 5646 notarization, school–family communication, and emergency contact.
We don’t just sign a form — we walk with your child through every year in Canada.
A mandatory requirement from IRCC (Canada’s immigration authority)
A custodian isA Canadian citizen or permanent resident, residing in Canada and of legal adult age in the relevant province (18 in Alberta; 19 in most other provinces). Formally authorized by the student’s parents, the custodian assumes legal care responsibility for the minor student while they are in Canada.
A custodian isone of the required conditions for an IRCC study permit application. Missing or non-compliant custodianship documents are a common reason for study permit refusals.
Why Custodianship Is Required
Study Permit Requirement
Minor students applying for a Canadian study permit must include a Custodianship Declaration (IMM 5646) — no exceptions
School Enrolment Requirement
Canadian public and private schools require proof of a valid custodianship arrangement when admitting minor international students
Medical Decision Authority
In a medical emergency, the custodian can make necessary decisions on the parents’ behalf, preventing harmful delays
Day-to-Day Oversight
Maintaining regular contact with the school to handle reports, parent–teacher meetings, behavioural matters, and other supervisory responsibilities
Emergency Contact Support
Local point of contact for homestay providers, schools, police, and other emergencies — available 24/7
Cultural Bridge Between China and Canada
We understand Chinese parents’ expectations and are fluent in the Canadian school system, enabling effective communication on both sides
What Our Custodianship Service Includes
Every step — from document preparation to ongoing daily support — is handled directly by our local team
Cities We Serve
We have local custodians in Canada’s major cities, providing localized custodianship services for students across the country
Key Service Regions
- ● Edmonton (EPSB / ECSD)
- ● Calgary (CBE / CCSD)
- ● Strathmore (Golden Hills)
- ● Red Deer / Lethbridge / Other Cities
Other Cities Across Canada
- ● Ontario: Toronto / York / Ottawa
- ● BC: Vancouver / Coquitlam / Victoria
- ● Quebec: Montreal
- ● Atlantic: Halifax and other provinces — please enquire
Custodianship Process
Pricing is customized based on city, service duration, and depth of service — there is no fixed standard rate.
This ensures every family receives a plan genuinely tailored to their needs — please contact us for a quote.
Contact Us
Let Us Walk This Path With You
Let us know the student’s age, city, and school (if already confirmed), and we will put together a custodianship plan for you.
Reach us through any of the methods below and we will respond promptly.
