The guide opens with how to use it and what to expect from the test. Everything on the test comes from the guide, and the test checks two things: your knowledge of Canada, including the rights and responsibilities of citizens, and your ability in English or French.
Key facts to know
The citizenship test is usually written, but it can be an interview.
It checks two requirements: knowledge of Canada (including rights and responsibilities) and adequate knowledge of English or French.
Adult applicants aged 55 and over do not need to write the test.
All test questions are based on the information in the study guide.
Keep your contact details up to date with IRCC while your application is processed, so you do not miss a notice.
In the oath you promise to be faithful and bear true allegiance to the King of Canada (the Sovereign) and his heirs and successors, to 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 to fulfil your duties as a Canadian citizen.
Canada shows loyalty to a person, the Sovereign, who represents all Canadians, rather than to a flag, a document or a country.
Test tip: Rules about test format, attempts and online testing change. Check the current rules on canada.ca before your test date.
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These notes summarize the official Discover Canada guide in our own words. Always check the current edition of the guide on canada.ca. Discover Canada Prep is independent and not affiliated with IRCC.