Ceremony Guide

Becoming a Canadian citizen is an exciting milestone! Whether your ceremony is in person or online, this guide will help you prepare and make the most of this memorable event.

Who Needs to Attend?

Adults and children aged 14 or over: Must attend the citizenship ceremony and take the Oath of Citizenship.
Children under 14: Do not have to attend but are welcome. Parents will receive their citizenship certificates.

Documents to Bring

Ceremony notice
Signed Permission Release and Consent form (included with your notice)
Permanent Resident Card (even if expired) or Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM5292 or IMM5688)
Record of Landing (IMM 1000) (if you became a permanent resident before June 28, 2002)
Two pieces of ID:
- One with your photograph and signature (e.g., driver’s license, health card).
- Foreign IDs must be government-issued. Translations with an affidavit are required for non-English or non-French IDs.
- Minors are not required to show ID with a signature.
All passports and travel documents listed on your application.
Optional: A holy book, if you wish to swear the oath on it.

Things to Prepare

Dress nicely: Formal attire is recommended to mark this special occasion.
Holy book: Bring it if you prefer to swear the oath on one.
For online ceremonies:
- Download and install Zoom beforehand.
- Ensure your browser is compatible with Zoom’s web version, or use the desktop app.

Ceremony Process

Opening remarks: A citizenship judge or official will preside over the event.
Taking the oath: Swear (with a holy book) or affirm (without religious reference). Once you take the Oath of Citizenship, you’re officially a Canadian citizen! ?
Singing the national anthem: Sing the bilingual version of O Canada (lyrics will be provided).
Receiving your certificate: Your Citizenship Certificate will serve as proof of your new status. Keep it in a safe place.

Oath of Citizenship

I swear (or affirm)
That I will be faithful
And bear true allegiance
To His Majesty King Charles the Third
King of Canada, His Heirs and Successors
And that I will faithfully observe
The laws of Canada
Including the Constitution
Which recognizes and affirms
The Aboriginal and treaty rights of
First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples
And fulfill my duties as a Canadian citizen.

After the Ceremony

Take a photo: Capture the moment with the officiant.
Sign the form: Complete and send the signed Oath or Affirmation of Citizenship form to the email provided.