Many people decide to immigrate to Canada with some of them choosing to relocate here in Ottawa. Like every other country, Canada requires those who wish to move to this country permanently to meet certain requirements. Most individuals between the ages of 18 and 54 must understand what being a citizen means, exhibit a minimum knowledge of the country, and show a certain level of speaking proficiency in either English or French. The reality is that not everyone can meet these requirements for a variety of reasons. Does this mean they cannot become citizens of Canada? Perhaps not. It may be possible to obtain a waiver for one or both of these requirements.