Maintaining Your Permanent Residence Status
Permanent residence in Canada is a status granted to individuals who have immigrated to Canada and are authorized to live and work there, but are not Canadian citizens. These individuals retain citizenship from their home country. In contrast, Canadian citizens may be born in Canada, acquire citizenship through naturalization, or be born to Canadian citizens abroad. Additionally, individuals adopted by Canadian citizens after January 1, 1947, can also be Canadian citizens.
Permanent residents in Canada enjoy several rights and benefits. They can live, work, and study anywhere in the country. They are eligible for most social benefits that Canadian citizens receive, including healthcare coverage. Permanent residents are also protected under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and Canadian laws. Moreover, they have the opportunity to apply for Canadian citizenship after meeting certain residency requirements.
However, permanent residents do face some restrictions. They are not allowed to vote or run for political office. Additionally, they cannot hold certain jobs that require high-level security clearance. Despite these limitations, permanent residency is a significant step towards full integration into Canadian society and offers a pathway to eventual citizenship.
For specific inquiry on preserving your PR status, Get in touch with Kurzfeld Immigration Law Firm or contact us at our office.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship in Canada allows citizens and permanent residents to support family members to become permanent residents. This process helps reunite families and provides newcomers with support in their new country.
Express Entry
Express Entry is one of the most popular modes of applying for immigration to Canada and it is gaining global prominence due to the diverse and comprehensive range of programs it offers as well as the swift and streamlined execution of its procedures.
Provincial Nominee Program
Provincial Nominee Programs are the hidden gems of the Canadian immigration system. One big reason for that is because most people only look at Express Entry – which means PNPs can be less crowded, faster, and easier!
Business Immigration
Considering business expansion or venture establishment in Canada? Discover streamlined immigration paths tailored for entrepreneurs, facilitating growth and opportunity in a thriving market.
