The pros and cons of the Maple Leaf Card are as follows:

Advantages: Enjoy benefits similar to those of citizens. The Maple Leaf Card can prove that the holder is a permanent resident of Canada. In addition to not being able to participate in elections, he can enjoy the same medical, education, social security and other benefits as Canadian citizens, including free lifelong medical insurance, child care subsidies, old-age welfare benefits and low-income subsidies. This is an ideal place for young children and the elderly.

People holding a Maple Leaf Card must fulfill their residency obligations. The Maple Leaf Card is valid for five years. During these five years, permanent residents must live in Canada for a total of 730 days. As long as they have not become Canadian citizens, this residency obligation must be fulfilled. This may cause some inconvenience to permanent residents who need to leave Canada frequently.