physical presence requirement

Where are new Canadian citizens coming from? The latest IRCC data helps paint a picture of where the Canadians of tomorrow hail from.

In the next three years, Canada will welcome more than 1.45 million new immigrants across its immigration streams—in the hopes of settling and assimilating these newcomers to strengthen the economy, demography, and culture of the country.

By Asheesh Moosapeta

The Canadian citizenship oath could just be a click away Proposed amendments will allow citizens to do the oath requirement online without a ceremony led by an authorized individual.

Since 1947, swearing an oath is a legal requirement to becoming a Canadian citizen. Swearing an oath is a solemn vow taken by citizenship applicants to abide by Canadian laws and fulfil their duties as citizens. Typically, new citizens must swear or affirm the oath before a citizenship judge at virtual or in person ceremonies.

By Julia Hornstein

Can I leave Canada and still be eligible for Canadian citizenship? In order to be eligible for Canadian citizenship, you must meet the physical presence requirements.

You may become a Canadian citizen as long as you meet certain eligibility requirements, including the physical presence requirements. Canada requires you to have lived in the country for at least three years or 1,095 days out of the past five years before applying for Canadian citizenship. The calculation period starts on the day that […]

By Julia Hornstein

How to become eligible for Canadian citizenship Canada has one of the most accessible citizenship policies in the world.

In order to be eligible to apply for Canadian citizenship, you must: Be a permanent resident Meet Canada’s physical presence requirement File your taxes (if necessary) Pass a Canadian citizenship test (if you are between ages of 18-54) Prove your language skills (if you are between the ages of 18-54) Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship […]

By Julia Hornstein