Citizens of Canada

Citizens of Canada are individuals who hold legal nationality in Canada, granting them the right to live, work, and study anywhere in the country. Canadian citizens enjoy various rights, including voting in elections and receiving protection from the Canadian government. Citizenship can be obtained by birth within Canada, through Canadian parents, or by completing a naturalization process for immigrants. Responsibilities include obeying the law, serving on a jury when called, and paying taxes. Canadian citizenship fosters a shared identity and participation in the democratic, cultural, and social life of the nation.