What is on the Canadian citizenship knowledge test?

The Canadian citizenship knowledge test is a federal requirement for adult applicants in a specified age range. It is a written or oral test administered by IRCC. The test covers topics from the official study guide, commonly known as "Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship." This guide is available free from IRCC and is the primary resource you should use to prepare.

The test covers Canadian history, including major events and figures; the structure of Canada's government and the role of the federal and provincial governments; the rights and responsibilities of citizens under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms; Canada's geography and symbols; and voting rights and participation in democracy. Some cultural and social topics are also included.

Applicants who are outside the age range specified by IRCC, or who have a mental or physical disability affecting their ability to take the test, may be exempt. If you fail the knowledge test, you will have an opportunity to be retested, sometimes in front of a citizenship judge. The oral interview before a citizenship judge is also a way the test can be administered. A lawyer can advise you on accommodation requests if you have a disability.