These pages share my personal experience in applying for immigration to Canada under humanitarian and compassionate (H&C) grounds for partners in same-sex relationships with the help of LEGIT, the Lesbian & Gay Immigration Task Force. My application process was virtually identical to a normal Independent Application for Permanent Residence except for the addition of the H&C documentation. Since then, the laws have been changed, and applying under H&C Grounds is no longer the only option for same-sex couples.

	Why Immigrate? Personal views toward a lifelong commitment to your partner and your new country.		Submission & First Contact Waiting for and receiving my initial correspondences from the Canadian Consulate General.
	Getting Started How I prepared for applying for Canadian immigration.		Second Contact The interview notice, medical exam, and possible request for additional information.
	What to do NOW Things I did right away--or should have done-- to expedite the application process.		The Final Steps Waiting for your landing papers and getting ready to land.
	The Self Assessment Can I qualify on my own? If so, that's the best way to go. If not, then read on.		Landing in Canada Useful information about landing and getting settled as a Permanent Resident in Canada.
	The H & C Application Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds--what is it? How can it help me?		Helpful Immigration Resources Useful websites for those considering immigration to Canada.
	H & C Supporting Documents Some information on documents to support my H&C application.		About this Website Why I put this web site together to share my immigration process.
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