If you have a Canadian parent, you may be a Canadian citizen and be eligible for a Canadian passport.

A citizenship certificate is an important document that proves Canadian citizenship for those who have Canadian parents. This certificate gives you the same rights, privileges and responsibilities as all Canadian citizens. It is one of only two documents accepted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) as proof of Canadian citizenship.

You can obtain proof of Canadian citizenship if you were born outside Canada and at least one of your biological or legal parents was already a Canadian citizen at the time of your birth. To confirm that you are a citizen, you must follow the Government of Canada process and submit an application.