Tran ( Re )
T-49-97
Rothstein J.
14/11/97
3 pp.
Appeal from Citizenship Judge's decision-Appeal dismissed-Minimal knowledge of English, some knowledge of Canada-No adequate knowledge of both as required by Citizenship Act-Appellant's husband on welfare-Appellant has minimal part-time job-Two children not supported by her as left family home even though going to school and receiving some sort of government assistance (including tuition and living expenses) to do so-Children have no part-time job-Appellant should have attempted to influence children to remain at home and contribute to economic well-being of family and minimize family's reliance on public assistance in various forms-All citizens have responsibility, to try to attain self-sufficiency, and parents and children should recognize obligation to assist each other financially when circumstances require-Therefore, serious doubt appellant understands responsibilities associated with citizenship-Credibility of appellant viewed with some skepticism as had declared wanted citizenship to be able to vote, whereas demonstrated extremely limited knowledge of political parties, political leaders in Canada-In view of circumstances, not appropriate case for Court to refer to Minister for waiver of knowledge requirements-Citizenship Act, R.S.C., 1985, c. C-29.