Skilled worker applying for citizenship

[Blue_suedeshoes]

I hope Im lucky this time.
 
When I apply as a skilled worker or family class immigrant.
Do I get permanent resident status directly when I arrive to Canada?
And does the 3 year rule applies to family class immigrant also before applying for citizenship?
Thanks

[danhass]

Citizenship and Permanent Residence are two different things. You apply for permanent residence first.

For more details:

http://www.cic.gc.ca

as well as links by qorax the captain:

http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/a-master-thread-of-some-of-my-posts-here-t40175.0.html