Follow the steps to fill out the Canada IMM 5280 E online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the application form and open it for editing.
2. Begin by providing your personal details in the required fields, ensuring that your name, date of birth, and contact information are accurate.
3. Complete the Generic Application Form for Canada (IMM 0008) if you are the principal applicant, along with any additional dependants or declarations if applicable.
4. Fill out the Schedule A - Background/Declaration (IMM 5669) thoroughly, providing all necessary background information.
5. If applicable, complete the Supplementary Information - Humanitarian and Compassionate Considerations (IMM 5283), making sure to include information from your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children.
6. Include the Additional Family Information (IMM 5406), providing requested information about all family members listed.
7. If you are using a representative, complete the Use of a Representative (IMM 5476) form.
8. Ensure that you have provided a signed Authority to Release Personal Information to a Designated Individual (IMM 5475) if applicable.
9. Prepare and add two passport-size photographs of yourself and any family members in Canada, ensuring that you follow the photo submission guidelines.
10. Collect photocopies of identity and relationship documents for everyone included in the application, ensuring that originals are not submitted.
11. Add the police certificate(s) and details of any criminal convictions if applicable.
12. Finish the document checklist by ensuring you have included copies of the receipt showing your paid application fee.
13. Once you have completed all sections and gathered all necessary documents, save the form, then choose to download, print, or share it as required.

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