I was asking for my bro, he has mental problems (which he keeps under strict control with his meds) he's on disability and has a hard time with flying or being in small spaces.. It may be a fly by night thing but thought if he could do a work from home or do charity work online for Canada, that they may let him in one day. And does he need to go to Canada to become a Canadian or can he get dual citizenship like online or something after passing a bunch of tests.
It might be difficult for him. Canada's immigration system is primarily built on skills. Highly skilled and in demand workers have a comparatively easy path. Skilled in this case can mean different things but typically requires a trades certificate or university degree and several years of full time experience. If he doesn't clear that bar then he needs to go through a provincial program which may have different skill requirements, but would require him to live in a specific place for several years.
From your description it sounds like he works less than full time in a low skill area. It may be difficult for him to qualify.
He has like an Acre or more garden. He can grow anything. You name it he probably grew it. Hell he even came up with miniature hot houses for each tiny plant during the winter. He grew pot one but he can't use it because the meds. So he gave it to all the cancer patience we know and went to the hospital as a volunteer to offer them some to relieve the pain. He did it for fun. But as AR is built pretty much on rocky soil it should be tough, for him it's not. Wakes up every day at 5 and tends to his flock. He even plays music for them and apparently knows which type of music each plant likes. (don't ask me how he knows this but it apparently works). Oh yea he sells or gives all what he grows to local farmer markets.
You can apply for permanent residency after a certain number of years living in Canada legally, but citizenship is more difficult to obtain. You get extra points if you studied there, and it's definitely easier if you marry a local.
The disability bit is hard. There are medical exclusions for going into Canada. I'm on that road right now and I have a heart issue which, for me, equals disabled. My best advice is talk to an immigration specialist - but be sure to check that they are legit and have the right certifications.
Otherwise,like other people are saying, it's a lot about skills. If your brother is amenable to going to a school in Canada, that's also an easier way. It's not a guarantee, but a student visa will last a bit and then having that already Canadian training, it's easier to be hired by those companies.
I belive Canada just made it super easy for anyone who has a Canadian ancestor to get citizenship, even multiple generations ago. Might check your family tree.
I could be confusing it with a different country other than between Canada and the US. Some countries made it illegal to have a dual citizenship, but Canada still allows it.
If you have a canadian ancestor you can get in fairly quickly. If you have 10 million to invest you can buy your way in. Other than that, it's not easy. I think they have quotas from countries.
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slazer2au@lemmy.world · 17 pts · 2d
You are a nurse, so you shouldn't have too much problem with a skilled visa like any first world country.
As for other people, it depends on your skills and if a person or company will sponsor your visa.
Patnou@lemmy.world · 7 pts · 2d
I was asking for my bro, he has mental problems (which he keeps under strict control with his meds) he's on disability and has a hard time with flying or being in small spaces.. It may be a fly by night thing but thought if he could do a work from home or do charity work online for Canada, that they may let him in one day. And does he need to go to Canada to become a Canadian or can he get dual citizenship like online or something after passing a bunch of tests.
DrBob@lemmy.ca · 8 pts · 2d
It might be difficult for him. Canada's immigration system is primarily built on skills. Highly skilled and in demand workers have a comparatively easy path. Skilled in this case can mean different things but typically requires a trades certificate or university degree and several years of full time experience. If he doesn't clear that bar then he needs to go through a provincial program which may have different skill requirements, but would require him to live in a specific place for several years.
From your description it sounds like he works less than full time in a low skill area. It may be difficult for him to qualify.
You can put his information into this calculator and it will tell you if he qualifies. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/check-score.html#wb-cont
Patnou@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2d
He has like an Acre or more garden. He can grow anything. You name it he probably grew it. Hell he even came up with miniature hot houses for each tiny plant during the winter. He grew pot one but he can't use it because the meds. So he gave it to all the cancer patience we know and went to the hospital as a volunteer to offer them some to relieve the pain. He did it for fun. But as AR is built pretty much on rocky soil it should be tough, for him it's not. Wakes up every day at 5 and tends to his flock. He even plays music for them and apparently knows which type of music each plant likes. (don't ask me how he knows this but it apparently works). Oh yea he sells or gives all what he grows to local farmer markets.
slazer2au@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2d
See if he is interested in doing a horticulture course. May help with his chances.
scutiger@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2d
You can apply for permanent residency after a certain number of years living in Canada legally, but citizenship is more difficult to obtain. You get extra points if you studied there, and it's definitely easier if you marry a local.
Suck_on_my_Presence@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2d
The disability bit is hard. There are medical exclusions for going into Canada. I'm on that road right now and I have a heart issue which, for me, equals disabled. My best advice is talk to an immigration specialist - but be sure to check that they are legit and have the right certifications.
Otherwise,like other people are saying, it's a lot about skills. If your brother is amenable to going to a school in Canada, that's also an easier way. It's not a guarantee, but a student visa will last a bit and then having that already Canadian training, it's easier to be hired by those companies.
Good luck
ski11erboi@lemmy.world · 6 pts · 2d
I belive Canada just made it super easy for anyone who has a Canadian ancestor to get citizenship, even multiple generations ago. Might check your family tree.
darkdemize@sh.itjust.works · 3 pts · 2d
Is that so? I believe my grandfather was Canadian, or his parents were. Wonder if I could use that.
Rocketpoweredgorilla@lemmy.ca · 3 pts · 2d
These are the changes to our Citizenship Act. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/act-changes.html
Alternatively, this is a list of programs you may be able to use to get your foot in the door. https://ircc.canada.ca/explore-programs/index.asp
darkdemize@sh.itjust.works · 2 pts · 2d
Much appreciated, thanks!
skankhunt42@lemmy.ca · 2 pts · 2d
Wasn't that paused?
Rocketpoweredgorilla@lemmy.ca · 3 pts · 2d
Is dual citizenship even a thing anymore? I thought they stopped doing that but I could be wrong. (Edit: I'm probably wrong.)
Here is a list of programs you may be able to take advantage of to come to Canada. https://ircc.canada.ca/explore-programs/index.asp Not sure if it'll help, but it's worth a try.
There is also bill C-3, which allows people who've had ancestors here claim citizenship. https://immigration.ca/claiming-canadian-citizenship-by-descent-under-canadas-new-citizenship-act-bill-c-3/ (Not a gov't site, but has a decent breakdown of C-3)
Good luck! I hope you find something that works for your bro.
scottmeme@sh.itjust.works · 2 pts · 2d
I'm US-CA dual
Rocketpoweredgorilla@lemmy.ca · 2 pts · 2d
I could be confusing it with a different country other than between Canada and the US. Some countries made it illegal to have a dual citizenship, but Canada still allows it.
bedwyr@piefed.ca · 1 pts · 2d
How does that work with taxes, don't dual US citizens have to pay US fed tax on pay earned abroad?
scottmeme@sh.itjust.works · 3 pts · 2d
I live in the US and will need to pay the IRS till the day I die or recind my US citizenship
YaBoyMax@programming.dev · 3 pts · 2d
There's a foreign tax credit up to a certain amount, so for most people you wouldn't end up owing anything to the US govt if working abroad.
bedwyr@piefed.ca · 0 pts · 2d
If you have a canadian ancestor you can get in fairly quickly. If you have 10 million to invest you can buy your way in. Other than that, it's not easy. I think they have quotas from countries.