Canadian Citizenship/Permanent Residency?

Question

I am an 18 year old United States Citizen. I have a significant other in Canada and want to join him there and have always wanted to move to Canada. I am wondering what I must do to become a Permanent Resident or Citizen of Canada. I have heard that when one marrys a Canadian, then they aquire Canadian Citizenship status just by doing so. Is this true? If so that is an option. Otherwise, I am also beginning college as a Freshman this year in Wisconsin. I want to transfer to a college in Canada along with moving there. Can anyone tell me how I may go about doing all of this and where to even start?

MUCH APPRECIATED!!!

Bry

Answer 1

My gaydar just exploded

Answer 2

You don't get citizenship simply by marrying someone.  However, it is sometimes simpler to apply for than other forms of immigration.

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/i...

This is the official website about Canadian immigration.  Basically, as long as your spouse can support you, (and you meet the other requirements) you're in.

Answer 3

No, just because you marry a Canadian does not give you Canadian citizenship too.  I have been married to a Canadian citizen for 5 years and I am still not eligible for citizenship.

Now to your situation.  It sounds like you would benefit best from a student visa.  You can find out about this and then download the forms if you are interested.  www.cic.gc.ca

If you marry a Canadian citizen you can apply for permanent residence in Canada.  It will take 1 to 2 years to complete.  After 3 years of permanent residence then you will be eligible for citizenship.