5 things Nigerians, other foreigners cannot do in Canada

Vanguard News | 21-08-2026 03:34pm |

Canada offers opportunities to visitors, students, workers, and immigrants, but foreign nationals do not automatically have the same rights as Canadian citizens or permanent residents. For instance, visitors cannot work in Canada without a work permit, and working without authorisation can result in removal and a possible five-year ban. Foreign nationals who are neither citizens nor permanent residents cannot vote in federal elections. These restrictions are part of Canada's immigration and electoral laws.

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