Living in Canada? Know your rights.

With a welcoming policy towards immigrants, Canada’s permanent residence is much sought-after among immigrants from all over the world. With the ever-increasing number of people headed towards Canada, there has also arisen a requirement for the newcomers to Canada to develop a clear understanding of their rights and freedoms in Canada.

Canada has had a long history of being accepting of diversity. A policy of multiculturalism encourages all Canadians – permanent residents as well as citizens – to strive to maintain their traditions, while at the same time ensuring that their traditions are consistent with Canadian values.

Federal and provincial/territorial laws protect certain rights and freedoms given to all Canadians. In Canada, all are under and equal before the law. Canadian have the right to live anywhere in the country.

Moreover, similar rights are given to men and women alike.

All Canadians have the same access to health care, education, social services, pensions, housing, and jobs.

However, with rights come responsibilities. Newcomers to Canada, while being aware of the benefits that they are entitled to, are also encouraged by the Government of Canada to understand that with these rights come various responsibilities.

Responsibilities that those living in Canada are expected to fulfil include respecting the Canadian laws and helping others in the community. Protection of the natural environment and heritage of Canada, as well as working for taking care of your family and yourself are also required.

Learning English or French languages, or even both, is also included in the responsibilities that are expected to be fulfilled by those living in Canada.

Temporary foreign workers [TFWs] are protected by the labour laws in Canada. Do keep in mind that your Canadian employer cannot take your work permit or passport from you.

Also the employer has to ensure that the workplace is safe and that you are being paid for the work being done by you.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada [IRCC] has time and again emphasized their commitment to ensuring the well-being of all that come to Canada for any reason. The official website of IRCC encourages Canada immigration frauds and Canada visa scams to be reported at the earliest to the right authorities.

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