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  You may be eligible for Canadian citizenship if you were born outside of Canada and at least one of your biological or legal parents was a Canadian citizen at the time of your birth. Proof of Canadian citizenship entitles you to all of the privileges of being a Canadian, including as voting in federal elections, obtaining a social insurance number (SIN), gaining access to universal healthcare, obtaining a driver's license, and possessing one of the world's most powerful passports. You can file a proof of Canadian citizenship application to the Canadian government to prove your Canadian citizenship. Applying for a certificate of Canadian citizenship. Passport Canada accepts only two papers as proof of Canadian citizenship: a Canadian citizenship certificate and a Canadian birth certificate. You can apply for citizenship at any time, regardless of whether your Canadian parent is living or passed away. How to Apply for a Certificate of Canadian Citizenship