ANNOUNCEMENTS/UPDATES
Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) Update
On October 10, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will begin sending Invitations to Apply to potential sponsors who previously submitted their applications. Invitations will be sent by email over the next two weeks. Fami...
News: Canada’s new tax-free First Home Savings Account and first-ever trades-specific Express Entry invitation
As the cost of housing continues to rise, making the dream of homeownership seems distant for many Canadians, particularly newcomers and younger generations. The Government of Canada is taking significant steps to make housing more acces...
Canada’s Express Entry System Enhances Pathways for Skilled Tradespeople
Canada’s Express Entry system has been revamped to offer an efficient and targeted route for individuals specializing in critical fields. With a strategic focus on skilled newcomers in trades, Canada is taking steps to address talent sho...
Canada Enhances Pathways to Permanent Residence for Hong Kong Residents
On July 11, 2023, the Government of Canada announced the removal of the education requirement under the Canadian work experience stream (Stream B) of the Hong Kong permanent residence pathways. Effective August 15, 2023, this progressive...
Latest Immigration Updates: Express Entry Enhancements and Tech Talent Strategy Unveiled by Canada
Launch of Canada’s Tech Talent Strategy The Government of Canada launched its first-ever strategy to attract top talent and drive innovation in high-growth industries. Measures include open work permit for H-1B visa holders in the US, in...
Canada Launches New Immigration Streams to Support Skilled Refugees and Displaced Individuals
On June 12, 2023, the Government of Canada introduced two new streams under the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP), reinforcing Canada’s commitment to empowering skilled refugees and displaced individuals to rebuild their lives with...
The only official study guide for the citizenship test is Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship. Other tools, like the Citizenship Quiz found on this website, are not created by the Government of Canada, and should be used at your own discretion.
Online Citizenship Quiz
It took courage to move to a new country. Your decision to apply for citizenship is another big step. Test yourself by taking our online Canadian citizenship quiz.
IMPORTANT IMMIGRATION DOCUMENTS
Landing Paper
Your Record of Landing is your original proof of immigration. Please keep in mind the following points about this document:
1. Immigration officer has signed and dated it
2. Information is correct and complete
3. Keep the document safe forever
Landing Paper
If you find wrong information on your landing document, contact Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) at 1-888-242-2100 or visit IRCC: Record of Landing.
If you lost your Record of Landing, fill out the Verification of Status application to replace it.
Permanent Resident Card
After landing, your first Permanent Resident card (PR Card) will be mailed to you. There are a few things you should know:
1. Prepare a Canadian address for where your PR Card should be mailed
2. The PR card is official proof that you are a permanent resident of Canada.
3. The PR card is a travel document. You need to show a valid PR card when returning to Canada.
Permanent Resident Card
If there is a mistake on your PR card, contact Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) within 180 days of landing. For more information, please visit IRCC: Request to Reissue .
Your PR card is valid for 5 years. If your PR card is damaged, stolen or about to expire or has expired, you may apply for a new card. For more information, please visit IRCC: PR Application
Citizenship
You can apply for Canadian citizenship once you have met the physical residence requirements as a Permanent Resident: 3 years living in Canada in the past 5 years. Here are some things you should know:
1. Applicants aged 18 to 54 must pass a Canadian knowledge test
2. Time spent as a temporary resident or protected person may be counted as half-days towards physical residence (up to 1 year)
Citizenship
Application forms for Adults and minors are different
Usually, minors under 18 must apply alongside a parent who is also applying, or have a Canadian parent apply for them. Minors - Subsection 5(1) allows for exception to these conditions.
IRCC's websiteWe can help
Our settlement counselors can help you:
- Job searching
- Finding a place to live
- Language assessment
- Daily life
- Fill out forms and applications
- Learn about government benefits and community resources
- Other services
