Controversy Arises Over Elon Musk’s Canadian Citizenship, Calls for Revocation Gaining Momentum

Vancouver:Elon Musk’s Canadian citizenship** has become a subject of intense controversy, supported by **British Columbia author Kualia Reid** and **New Democratic Party MP Charlie Angus**, who have initiated a petition demanding the revocation of Musk’s Canadian citizenship.

The petition argues that Musk’s activities, especially his dealings with foreign governments and actions potentially harmful to Canada’s sovereignty, provide grounds for his citizenship to be revoked. As of now, over **340,000 people** have signed the petition, further fueling the debate.

In response, Elon Musk dismissed the petition with a controversial post where he sarcastically stated, “Canada is not a real country,” which was later deleted. This comment sparked further outrage and deepened the ongoing discussion about his influence in international politics.

Questions have also arisen regarding the accusations made by Musk’s daughter against her billionaire father.

According to **Canadian law**, citizenship can only be revoked if it was obtained through **fraud** or **misrepresentation**. Since Musk acquired his citizenship through his mother, **May Musk**, and was not involved in any fraudulent activities, the petition is unlikely to have any legal effect.

There are two primary ways to obtain Canadian citizenship: by birth or through immigration and applying for citizenship. **Elon Musk**’s Canadian citizenship is **heritage-based**, passed down from his mother, who was born in **Regina**, Saskatchewan. Despite Musk being born in **South Africa**, the Canadian Citizenship Act states that if one of the parents is a Canadian citizen, the child automatically gains Canadian citizenship. However, this citizenship is only passed down for one generation, meaning second-generation Canadians cannot pass on their citizenship unless the child is born in Canada.

Musk’s Canadian citizenship is secure due to its heritage-based nature, but the ongoing debate about his actions and influence on Canadian sovereignty has put his citizenship in the spotlight.