Canadian citizens

Canadian citizens are individuals who have legal status to live, work, and participate fully in Canadian society. They gain this status through birth within Canada, descent from Canadian parents, or through naturalization after meeting residency and other legal requirements. Citizenship confers rights such as voting, running for public office, and access to government services, as well as responsibilities like paying taxes and respecting Canadian laws. It symbolizes a formal connection to Canada’s nationhood, history, and values, fostering a sense of identity and belonging within the country's social and political framework.