Applying Citizenship after getting PR under PNP LMIA work permit.

[skip22]

Hi,
I applied for work permit and then PR from outside Canada under LMIA - AAIP program. I got my PR outside Canada and moved to Alberta Canada with family and after landing employer did not payed for 2 months of work so I left and tried to find other work. I moved to London Ontario for further education and after completing my education I moved to Winnipeg for work. Now it has been more than 3 years since I landed in Alberta and changed my province. Can I apply for my Canadian Citizenship? Would changing my province negatively affect my citizenship application? Should I wait for more than 5 years and then apply for Citizenship? Very confused, need clarity on this. Thank you.

 

[RamyMN]

Hi,
I applied for work permit and then PR from outside Canada under LMIA - AAIP program. I got my PR outside Canada and moved to Alberta Canada with family and after landing employer did not payed for 2 months of work so I left and tried to find other work. I moved to London Ontario for further education and after completing my education I moved to Winnipeg for work. Now it has been more than 3 years since I landed in Alberta and changed my province. Can I apply for my Canadian Citizenship? Would changing my province negatively affect my citizenship application? Should I wait for more than 5 years and then apply for Citizenship? Very confused, need clarity on this. Thank you.

Hello Skip,

Most PNP programs are designed for individuals intending to live and work in the province. While you are a permanent resident, you have mobility rights under the Canadian Charter, but leaving immediately after receiving a nomination based on an Alberta job offer can be seen as misrepresentation.
I believe an immigration lawyer is better suited to give advise in your situation.