Citizenship by descent in Canada

Canada operates citizenship by descent, which means that if you give birth in Canada, your child automatically becomes a Canadian citizen, regardless of your immigration status.

Cost of childbirth in Canada

The cost of childbirth in Canada varies depending on your immigration status and whether you are covered by provincial healthcare. If you are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or covered by the provincial healthcare system, the costs associated with childbirth are minimal to none. However, if you are not covered by provincial healthcare, the costs can be significant.

Benefits for newborn Canadian citizens

Newborn Canadian citizens are eligible for a number of benefits, including healthcare, education, and social security. However, the cost of these benefits is typically the responsibility of the parents.

Stay back with your child after giving birth in Canada

Whether or not you can stay back with your child after giving birth in Canada depends on your immigration status. If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you can stay in Canada for as long as you like. If you are on a work permit or study visa, you can stay in Canada for as long as your permit is valid. However, if you are on a visitor visa, you must leave Canada within six months of your entry date, even if your child is a Canadian citizen.

Giving birth in Canada can be a great option for families, but it is important to be aware of the costs and requirements involved. If you are not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, it is especially important to research your options and make sure you have adequate health insurance.

What are the costs of giving child-birth in Canada if I do not qualify for provincial health coverage?

The cost associated with childbirth in Canada if you do not qualify for provincial health coverage is significant. The estimated costs are as follows:

• Antenatal care: $200
• Prenatal ultrasounds: $400
• Natural birth: $8,000
• C-section: $12,000
• Midwife: $2,500
• Cost per day in the ward: $3,500
• Cost for neonatal intensive care unit (NICU): $9,000
• Ambulance: $500
• Cost per hour for helicopter transport: $2,800
• Obstetrician: $2,000
• Anesthesiologist: $1,500

These costs are estimates and may vary depending on the province or territory where you give birth, the type of birth you have, and any complications that may arise. It is important to note that there is no insurance company that provides insurance coverage for pregnancy and childbirth-related costs in Canada.

If you are not covered by provincial health coverage and are planning to give birth in Canada, it is important to budget accordingly and make sure you have enough savings to cover the costs associated with childbirth.

Frequently Asked Question

Can a parent(mother) apply for PR due to because she can’t leave her child behind when her study permit has expired?

No, a lawyer cannot help you apply for permanent residence (PR) due to your child's immigration status. Your child's immigration status does not exonerate you from leaving Canada if your visa expires. Kindly reapply for a visa instead of a lawyer.

There is no immigration pathway in Canada that allows parents to stay in Canada because they cannot leave their children behind. If your study permit expires, you must leave Canada, even if your child is a Canadian citizen.

If you want to stay in Canada permanently, you must apply for PR through one of the eligible pathways. You can find more information on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.