Calculating presence day in Canada before first entry

[persianguy]

Hello folks,
I'm applying for my citizenship and I'm filling out the Physical Presence Calculator form. It asks me about dates in the last 5 years. The thing is I entered Canada about 4 years ago. I'm wondering what I should do with the dates before entering Canada for the first time. Do I have to add that too?
I added it and it results in 0 days (which is correct, because I was not in Canada and it doesn't count towards the days). I'm wondering if I need to add it or not. I added a comment too.
Thanks !

 

[itsmyid]

Hello folks,
I'm applying for my citizenship and I'm filling out the Physical Presence Calculator form. It asks me about dates in the last 5 years. The thing is I entered Canada about 4 years ago. I'm wondering what I should do with the dates before entering Canada for the first time. Do I have to add that too?
I added it and it results in 0 days (which is correct, because I was not in Canada and it doesn't count towards the days). I'm wondering if I need to add it or not. I added a comment too.
Thanks !

Yes you do need to

 

[canvan14]

The eligibility period is 5 years so anything happens during this time (i.e statuses, traveling, job etc.) needed to be recorded.