Chapter 0 Flashcards
Who personifies Canada, and we profess our loyalty to on the oath?
Sovereign (King Charles III)
Canada’s type of government?
Constitutional monarchy
Parliamentary democracy
Federal state
Who proclaimed the amended Constitution in 1982 to entrench the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
Queen Elizabeth II
What are the founding principles of Canada?
Supremacy of God and the rule of law
Who is the Head of State in Canada?
Sovereign or Monarch King Charles III
What do we swear on the oath?
Allegiance to King Charles III (heirs and successors)
Observance of laws of Canada, including Constitution
Fulfil duties as Canadian citizen
What’s a Constitution?
A set of laws
Why is Canada a Constitutional Monarchy?
Because Canada has a Constitution and a Monarch
Basic requirements of citizenship?
Knowledge of English or French
Knowledge of Canada and rights and responsibilities of citizenship
Who needs to write test?
Adults from 18-54 years old
How many chances do you have to pass the test?
2 written times, third time can be oral interview with citizenship judge
What happens if you don’t pass the test?
You get a letter with next steps
3 things to do at the ceremony?
Take oath of citizenship
Sign Oath form
Get Canadian Citizenship certificate
