Do You Have Canadian Grandparents? You may be eligible for citizenship

IMPORTANT UPDATE ON BILL C3

 

November 6, 2024

Election Results 2024: How to Move to Canada from the USA

October 25, 2024

The Importance of a Canadian Citizenship Certificate and Keeping Your Canadian Passport Valid

For Canadians, whether by birth or naturalization, your Canadian Citizenship Certificate is not just a piece of paper – it’s a key document proving your Canadian identity and citizenship. One of the essential uses of this certificate is that it’s required to apply for a Canadian passport.
May 6, 2024

2024 Checklist for Applying for Your Canadian Citizenship Certificate

Unravel the complexities of the credential assessment process in Canada with our comprehensive guide. From selecting the right organization to utilizing your assessment report, embark on your journey to success today!
March 25, 2024

2024 Canadian Citizenship Certificate Application: Your Complete Guide

Discover the essential requirements and detailed process for becoming a sponsored immigrant in Canada. Learn about eligibility criteria, health and security checks, financial sufficiency, and the application steps to reunite with your family in Canada.
February 26, 2025

Understanding the Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR) in Canadian Immigration Applications

When applying for immigration to Canada, applicants often come across the term Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR). This important document is a crucial step in the processing of various Canadian immigration applications, including Express Entry, sponsorship applications, study permits, and work permits.
March 13, 2025

Bill C-71 UPDATE: Statement from Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller

Ottawa, March 13, 2025—The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, has issued the following statement regarding Canadian citizenship: "Canadian citizenship is a privilege that is highly respected across the globe. As Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, my goal is to ensure that the citizenship process remains fair, transparent, and accessible.
April 7, 2025

Interim measure for citizenship applications affected by the first-generation limit to citizenship by descent

The rules about who can get Canadian citizenship through their parents (citizenship by descent) are changing — but they haven’t changed yet. For now, the current rule is still in place: only the first generation born or adopted outside Canada to a Canadian parent is automatically eligible for citizenship. This is called the First-Generation Limit (FGL). If you apply for Canadian citizenship and are affected by the FGL, IRCC may offer you a different path called a "discretionary grant of citizenship" (under section 5(4) of the law). This allows the Minister to grant citizenship in special cases.
April 8, 2025

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.