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Janoo, they already know I can't be in 1095 days in four years because of my work - I explained it in great detail both on my application and on my residence questionnaire. I'm guessing somehow they want to assess my seriousness about Canada, or whether I'm making up my crazy work travel or...

I'm a PR, and applied for citizenship in early January of this year. Because of my work I cannot be in the country 75% of the time, which I explained in great detail in my application, with a lot of documentation about my work (free-lance consulting on international development in 3rd world -...

When I first looked at this stuff on line, it said that those who work for a Canadian company and travel for their work could get a waiver. I travel for my work but am self-employed, not working for a Canadian company. The website may have changed since then.

Neutral, I spoke to a lawyer before I sent in my application. She said that when I get to the judge stage she would not be allowed to speak for me or on my behalf. She could be there, but not say things. Are you suggesting differently? Or just that she could prep me, advise me on what the...

Thanks for all the replies! I'm not holding my breath on getting citizenship, but I'll see how it goes. Not expecting to hear anything in the next few years, either. It's good to know there are others out there in somewhat similar situations. Feb2012, I'm sorry you haven't heard anything...

Wow, I didn't know a career that I've been in for almost 30 years was an "optional lifestyle choice!" Though living in Canada is an optional lifestyle choice - I'm here because I really like Newfoundland. If I sought a job in my field in Canada, I'd have to move to Ottawa, as I assume that...

I have applied for citizenship but I have not been here 1095 days in past 4 years, and I will never be able to be here that much until I retire. I'm a freelance consultant working on short-term overseas assignments - almost all my work is abroad. I'm in Canada enough to maintain residency but...

I have applied for citizenship but I have not been here 1095 days in past 4 years, and I will never be able to be here that much until I retire. I'm a freelance consultant working on short-term overseas assignments - almost all my work is abroad. I'm in Canada enough to maintain residency but...