Recent changes to Canada’s citizenship by descent rules have expanded who may be considered a Canadian citizen.
Challenges for Canadians by Descent: Traveling to Canada as a Canadian Citizen
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Valerie Kleinman
Valerie Kleinman is a Senior Associate at Green and Spiegel LLP in Toronto who specializes in Citizenship and Immigration law.
Minister announces Changes to Express Entry Categories for 2026
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Changes to Canadian Citizenship by Descent: Top FAQs
Senior Associate Valerie Kleinman explains Canada’s new citizenship by descent rules and who may now be Canadian.
Amendments to the Citizenship Act in Force
As of December 15, 2025, the provisions of Bill C-3 are now in force. This means that the first generational limit to Canadian citizenship by descent has now been removed.
These famous Americans could be eligible for Canadian citizenship under Ottawa’s new legislation – Featured Article in National Post
Senior Associate, Valerie Kleinman, has been featured in the National Post for her insights on Ottawa’s proposed Bill C-3 and its sweeping impact on Canadian citizenship by descent.
New Immigration Measures for Doctors
New IRCC pathway offers permanent residency for internationally trained physicians with recent Canadian work experience. Learn eligibility and key details.
UPDATE: BILL C-3 HAS RECEIVED ROYAL ASSENT. More information to follow.
Valerie Kleinman updates readers on Bill C-3 and upcoming changes to Canadian citizenship by descent, including new eligibility for generations born abroad.
June 2025 Citizenship Update
This is an update to our previous citizenship blog post regarding Canadian citizenship by descent for subsequent...
Francophone Immigration Update – May 2025 (English)
Immigration lawyer Valerie Kleinman provided the latest updates in Canadian Francophone immigration in 5 minutes!...