Hello UKwife...

I am a Canadian married to a Scotsman... we're currently living in Glasgow.

The application process for permanent residence can be a bit frustrating... you will be fine to be the sponsor as his wife - so don't worry about asking your parents to do it. Because you are married the financial obligation is waived...

It took us a while just to get the applications complete... probably over a month of filling out forms, gathering evidence etc... sorry to say that it's not as straightforward as you may have hoped.

The website Bev gave is very helpful... I would also suggest:
Road to Canada dot com
and
British Expats dot com

I have found them very helpful. Just for your information, the current processing time is about 6 months from start to finish, but most cases are being approved within 4 months. We applied in March and are hoping to be in Canada for August.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask - as I said.. been there, done that!
Jen