Christopher DThanks Chris for your insightful reply. Haiti is not a part of the Commonwealth.but it does share the same language with Quebec.It is my understanding that the Haitian vote has had some influences on the political situation in Quebec.Obviously it is advantageous for Haitian immigrants to become Canadians. You are right for stating that immigrants from the old British West Indiess(including St.Lucia where I originate) are hesitant to become Canadian citizens.Although most of the ilands are independent countries,some policies may not allow naturalized citizens of other countries to participate in electoral offices ,especially Jamaica.There are also punitive laws re the maintenance of property rights and licenses. Not gaining Canadian citizenship is als an issue for other immigrants.I know of folks from Argentina who will not become U.S citizens because they may lose property rights.
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