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Form IMM5956, Appointment of Representative(s) in Expected Community of Settlement, is used in Canada for the purpose of appointing someone to represent an individual or family who is immigrating to Canada. This form is used to designate a representative who can assist with various immigration matters, such as receiving and providing information on behalf of the applicant.
The form IMM5956 Appointment of Representative(S) in Expected Community of Settlement in Canada is generally filed by the applicant themselves or by an authorized representative acting on their behalf.
Q: What is form IMM5956?
A: Form IMM5956 is the Appointment of Representative(s) in Expected Community of Settlement form for Canada.
Q: What is the purpose of form IMM5956?
A: The purpose of form IMM5956 is to appoint a representative in Canada's expected community of settlement.
Q: Who needs to fill out form IMM5956?
A: Form IMM5956 needs to be filled out by the person who is applying for immigration to Canada.
Q: Why would someone appoint a representative using form IMM5956?
A: Appointing a representative using form IMM5956 allows the person applying for immigration to have someone act on their behalf in their expected community of settlement in Canada.