Canadian Citizenship
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Whoever is born in Canada is usually considered a Canadian citizen. Those who want to gain Canadian citizenship, though, may do so in a variety of ways. In some situations, a person who was not born in Canada may apply for a citizenship certificate showing that, at birth, he or she derived citizenship from a Canadian citizen living abroad.
What are the requirements for becoming a Canadian citizen?
To be eligible to become a Canadian citizen, you must:
Other requirements may apply.
Rights and Responsibilities
Once Canadian citizenship is granted to a permanent resident, they are entitled to the same rights and responsibilities as natural Canadian citizens. While permanent residents share much of a citizen's rights, the most significant distinctions will be the right to vote in Canadian federal, regional , and local elections, and the absence of citizenship requirements.