A common worry in the group: does having a brother or sister who already has PR status in Canada automatically hurt your study permit chances? Based on group members' experience, no — it isn't an automatic refusal reason.
Key points from the discussion:- Visa officers look at the whole file, not a single fact like a sibling's PR status. People with siblings in Canada have been approved.
- What matters more is building a strong case for dual intent and ties to home country: a clear study plan and motive, financial capacity, and reasons to return home (family, property, career prospects).
- If your only tie is parental (not personal) property, or your spouse/child will remain behind, be ready to explain your ties and plan clearly rather than assuming the sibling connection alone will sink the application.
The takeaway: a sibling with PR is one data point among many. Focus on presenting strong home ties and a genuine study/financial plan rather than worrying about this factor in isolation.