|
Feature |
Canada Immigration (Permanent Residency) |
Canadian Citizenship |
|
Status |
You are a permanent resident (PR) |
You are a Canadian citizen |
|
Right to Vote |
Not allowed |
Full voting rights at all levels of government |
|
Canadian Passport |
Not eligible |
Eligible |
|
PR Card Validity |
Valid for 5 years, renewable |
Not required |
|
Residency Obligation |
Must live in Canada at least 730 days in 5 years |
No obligation to maintain residency |
|
Deportation Risk |
Possible if laws are broken or PR obligations not met |
Extremely rare (in extreme fraud or security cases) |
|
Apply for Citizenship |
Eligible after meeting criteria (usually 3 years of stay) |
Already a citizen |
|
Social Benefits Access |
Most benefits, including healthcare and education |
Full benefits |
|
Job Eligibility (Govt jobs/security) |
Some restrictions |
No restrictions |