During the summer, the city operates wading pools and splash pads in a number of municipal parks where children can play and stay cool.
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Newcomers can apply to become Canadian citizens if they have Permanent Resident status and have lived in Canada at least three years. Parents can apply on behalf of their children as long as the child is also a Permanent Resident. The person making the application must be at least 18 years of age.
Before you can become a Canadian citizen, you must demonstrate your ability to speak and understand one of Canada's two official languages, English or French. Adults will be asked to take a written test with questions about Canada's history, geography, political and electoral systems and citizen rights. If you fail the test, a judge may decide to give you an oral interview instead.
Many documents are available to help you prepare for a citizenship test. The Canadian government sends each applicant for citizenship a free study guide, Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship.
Certain individuals are not eligible to apply for Canadian citizenship. For example, individuals who have criminal backgrounds or are under criminal investigation, have spent time in prison or have had their citizenship revoked in the past five years can't apply for citizenship.
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