{"id":264587,"date":"2020-08-08T11:52:01","date_gmt":"2020-08-08T15:52:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/?p=264587"},"modified":"2020-08-08T11:52:01","modified_gmt":"2020-08-08T15:52:01","slug":"the-many-benefits-of-becoming-a-canadian-citizen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/2020\/08\/08\/the-many-benefits-of-becoming-a-canadian-citizen\/","title":{"rendered":"The many benefits of becoming a Canadian citizen"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Becoming a Canadian citizen also provides access to a number of jobs that require a high level of security, such as jobs at the federal level. (Pexels photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Compared to major Western countries, Canada has one of the highest percentages of immigrants who obtain citizenship.<\/span><\/p>\n

Citizenship refers to a person\u2019s legal status.\u00a0Canadian citizenship<\/a>\u00a0can be obtained either by birth or by a process called \u201cnaturalization\u201d.<\/p>\n

Immigrants who come and settle in Canada and meet certain criteria may be\u00a0eligible to apply<\/a>\u00a0for Canadian citizenship by naturalization. Being granted Canadian citizenship is the final step in the immigration process for many immigrants. It is a key indicator of successful integration and gives immigrants the opportunity to vote, enter politics and improves employment opportunities.<\/p>\n

Canadian citizenship has many benefits<\/h3>\n

By\u00a0becoming Canadian citizens<\/a>, people gain the right to participate in Canadian politics. This right can take the form of participation in federal, provincial and municipal elections as a voter. It can also mean running for election or participating in the management of the different levels of government that exist in Canada.<\/p>\n

Becoming a Canadian citizen also provides access to a number of jobs that require a high level of security, such as jobs at the federal level.<\/p>\n

In addition, Canadian law\u00a0allows for dual<\/a>\u00a0or multiple citizenships. This means that once a person becomes a Canadian citizen, they do not have to choose between their new citizenship and that of their country of origin.<\/p>\n

As well, children born in Canada to parents who are Canadian citizens become Canadian citizens without having to go through an application process.<\/p>\n

Finally, Canadian citizens hold a passport, which makes it easier for them to travel to many countries without a visa and makes it simpler to obtain visas if necessary. A passport also reduces the risk of encountering problems when entering Canada.<\/p>\n

Who is eligible for Canadian citizenship?<\/h3>\n

There are various eligibility criteria that an individual must meet in order to apply for Canadian citizenship:<\/p>\n