What happens if your ancestor renounced Canadian citizenship? Learn how renunciation affects citizenship by descent, eligibility rules, and your possible pathways to becoming a Canadian citizen.
Canada’s new citizenship by descent rules under the recently amended Citizenship Act have created exciting opportunities for many people with Canadian grandparents and ancestors.
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.
New IRCC pathway offers permanent residency for internationally trained physicians with recent Canadian work experience. Learn eligibility and key details.
Valerie Kleinman updates readers on Bill C-3 and upcoming changes to Canadian citizenship by descent, including new eligibility for generations born abroad.