Shehzeda ( Re )
T-1998-96
Rothstein J.
12/8/97
2 pp.
Appeal from Citizenship Court Judge decision refusing citizenship on account of inadequate knowledge of one of official languages of Canada-On appeal, knowledge of English proven adequate-However, appellant's statement future intention to continue on welfare not demonstrating understanding and knowledge of responsibilities of Canadian citizenship required under Citizenship Act, s. 5(1)(e)-Statement showing appellant not understanding all Canadian citizens have responsibility to attempt to be fiscally responsible for their own welfare and, to extent possible, minimize reliance on welfare system-Matter adjourned to give appellant opportunity to get himself off welfare and find job-Provided reasonable period of time has transpired and proof appellant has job produced to Court, Court would look favourably on appeal-Citizenship Act, R.S.C., 1985, c. C-29, s. 5(1)(e).