No, you must be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act to sponsor your spouse, partner, or child.
The sponsored child must be under the age of 22 and not have a spouse or common-law partner. However, if the child is 22 years or older and financially dependent due to a physical or mental condition, they may still be eligible for sponsorship.
If you already have a work permit and live in Canada with the person sponsoring you, you can keep working as long as the permit is valid. You may also be eligible to apply for an open work permit if you have received an acknowledgment of receipt letter stating that your permanent residence application is being processed.
Yes, an immigration representative (such as a consultant or lawyer) can assist you with your application for a fee. However, they cannot open a portal account on your behalf, electronically sign the application for you, or sign into the portal using your username and password.