Immigration

As you make Ontario your home, you may be having some difficulty figuring out what your status is and what your rights are. These resources will help you settle in and plan your next steps.

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CSIS is Canada’s spy agency and it reports to and advises the Canadian government about national security.
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Your status in Canada is determined by how you entered the country and what documentation you have.
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Immigrants
As a PR, you can attend school, access healthcare, and live and work in Canada. You can only vote if you're a citizen, however.
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To be deported means to be removed from Canada by immigration authorities. People who are deported are sent back to their country of origin.
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Citizenship
To apply, you'll need to make sure you're eligible, pay the fee, and take a Citizenship Test.
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Whether you’re a citizen, permanent resident, or refugee, you should know you rights if you're ever stopped by an immigration officer.
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Refugees
You'll need to talk to a settlement worker, gather your documents, and pay a fee to apply for an open work permit as a refugee claimant.