BILL C-3 Latest Update: The Interim Period will remain in place – For now!
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BILL C-3 Latest Update: The Interim Period will remain in place – For now!
Author:
Bonnie Tyler
Blog - Canadian Citizenship
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Canada’s New Citizenship Law: What Bill C‑3 Means for Generations Born Abroad
Author:
Bonnie Tyler
On November 20, 2025, Bill C‑3 received Royal Assent, marking a major reform to Canada’s Citizenship Act. This law aims to correct structural inequities created by the so-called “first-generation limit,” and to restore citizenship to many who were previously excluded. But while it brings significant opportunity, it also introduces new tests and ends certain interim protections.
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Bill C-3 Has Passed the Senate: What Happens Now, and What It Means for Descendants of Canadians
Author:
Bonnie Tyler
After months of anticipation, Bill C-3 has officially passed Third Reading in the Senate. This is one of the final steps in the legislative process. The bill now moves to Royal Assent, the last formal stage before becoming law.
Once Royal Assent is granted, the changes to the Citizenship Act, including the expansion of citizenship by descent, will take effect on the date specified in the legislation.
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Canada’s New Immigration Plan 2026-2028: Building a Balanced Path Forward
Canada has long been recognized as one of the most welcoming countries for newcomers, and with the newly announced Immigration Budget for 2026-2028, the government is taking a more balanced and strategic approach to growth. This plan focuses on stability, sustainability, and smarter integration of both temporary and permanent residents into the Canadian economy and society. Let’s break down what this new plan means for immigrants, workers, and Canada’s future. A Stable Plan for Permanent Residency (2026-2028) Under the new…
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IRCC Updates Processing Time Page for More Accurate Estimates
IRCC Updates Processing Time Page for More Accurate Estimates The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced an important update to its application processing time page, aiming to provide applicants with clearer and more personalized information. Previously, IRCC displayed only general estimates for how long different types of immigration or visa applications could take to process. Now, the system has been refined to show different processing times depending on whether you have already submitted your application or are still…
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What to Do if You Don’t Know Whether Your Grandparent Was a Canadian Citizen
If you were born outside of Canada and have a Canadian grandparent, you may soon be eligible to apply for Canadian citizenship — even if your parent was also born outside Canada. Thanks to the upcoming changes in Canada’s citizenship laws under Bill C-71, the door is opening wider for many second-generation individuals to reclaim their Canadian roots.
But what if you’re not sure whether your grandparent was ever a Canadian citizen? Don’t worry — that’s a common question, and one that can be answered with a few key steps.
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Claiming Canadian Citizenship Through a Grandparent — or even a Great-Grandparent!
With major changes coming to Canadian citizenship law through Bill C-71, getting citizenship through a grandparent is now a reality but many people are wondering What about through a great-grandparent?
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Update on Canadian Citizenship Through a Grandparent: Court Grants New Extension Until November
Author:
Bonnie Tyler
Update on Canadian Citizenship Through a Grandparent: Court Grants New Extension Until November
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How to Apply for Canadian Citizenship Through Parents or Grandparents When You Don’t Have All The Documents
Applying for a Canadian Citizenship Certificate when you’re missing documents—especially when applying through a parent or grandparent—can feel overwhelming. While IRCC provides a checklist, real-life situations don’t always line up with it.
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Bill C-71 and the Impact of Parliamentary Dissolution
Author:
Bonnie Tyler
Since parliamentary dissolution terminates all ongoing legislative business, Bill C-71 is effectively halted. This means that any progress made on the bill up to this point is erased from the legislative record, and it must be reintroduced in the new Parliament if the government wishes to pursue it further. This process is often referred to as a bill having “died on the Order Paper.”
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