Please read the official CIC criteria here: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/5445ETOC.asp#appendixAzaynahdream said:can you shed light on # 2 also? as asked by another forumites....
The 183 day requirement is only when you apply for citizenship.
Adults may be able to obtain Canadian citizenship if they:
- are permanent residents of Canada
- have lived in Canada for at least 1,460 days during the six years immediately before the date of application for citizenship. They must also be physically present for at least 183 days during each of four calendar years that are fully or partially within the six years immediately before the date of application; and
- meet all other requirements