Yes – A Canadian permanent resident is authorized to live, work and study in Canada long-term, but is also free to travel from and return to Canada according to certain regulations.
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According to Canadian Visa Expert, you may travel outside of Canada for long periods of time (for example, on a business trip or vacation), but you must be physically present in Canada at least two years during a five-year period and must also have a valid Permanent Resident Card or Permanent Resident Travel Document in order to re-enter Canada.






