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Are there countries from which I cannot adopt?

Yes. Canadian provinces and territories suspend adoptions from countries where there are serious concerns that the rights or best interests of adopted children are at significant risk. If there is a moratorium the federal government cannot process new adoptions from these countries. This is the case whether the parents are applying for permanent residence or citizenship for their adopted child.

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