What occurs when someone becomes a citizen of Canada?

• A. You swear to be faithful to Canada's monarch, to observe the laws of Canada, and to fulfill your duties as a citizen.
• B. You automatically vote.
• C. You get special status in government.
• D. You must serve in the military.

Answer: (A)

When someone becomes a citizen of Canada, they take the citizenship oath at a ceremony. This oath binds them to the Crown (the monarch) and to Canada, and it requires them to obey Canadian laws and to fulfill the duties of a citizen. The oath publicly signals their commitment to governance and civic life, not just rights.

Voting is a right you may exercise once eligible, but it isn’t automatic at the moment of naturalization. There’s no special status in government granted simply by becoming a citizen, and there’s no mandatory military service in Canada.