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Verdict
Yes — you can hold Canada and United States citizenship simultaneously.
Canada
Dual citizenship policy
Permitted — Canada allows dual citizenship.
United States
Dual citizenship policy
Generally permitted — U.S. law does not require a citizen to choose between U.S. citizenship and another nationality.
Both Canada and United States permit dual citizenship. You can acquire, hold, and use both passports simultaneously without legal restrictions.
This assessment is based on each country's current nationality law. Dual citizenship rules can change — always verify with the relevant consulate or an immigration attorney before making decisions about renunciation or acquisition.