Permanent residency
A permanent residency card is the next best thing after a permanent Canadian Visa for many immigrants.
a. Overview of the PR status
In essence, if you have a PR card, you can enjoy almost all the rights enjoyed by Canadian citizens. These include the
following:
The right to work, study and live anywhere in Canada
The right to apply for citizenship in Canada
Right to protection under the Canadian law and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Access to the benefits enjoyed by Canadian Citizens including medical insurance