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Senate committee urged to exempt foreign-adopted children from citizenship connection test
Legal experts are calling on the Senate to amend Bill C-3 to grant children adopted from overseas the same citizenship protections as those adopted domestically. A briefing paper submitted to the Senate committee argues that subjecting foreign-adopted children to substantial-connection tests creates an unfair distinction and potentially violates Canada's Charter and international treaty obligations. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has faced years of advocacy fro
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Canada will require biometrics for citizenship applications starting in 2026–2027
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced plans to implement mandatory biometric collection for all citizenship...
Aug 18
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Canada's immigration minister celebrates national identity and diversity on Canada Day 2025
On Canada Day, Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab articulated the significance of national reflection and cultural celebration....
Jul 2
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Canada announced historic changes to citizenship by descent rules, expanding access beyond the first generation
On June 5, 2025, Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab introduced Bill C-3: An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025) to modernize...
Jun 9
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Canada celebrates Citizenship Week 2025
Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab marked the commencement of Citizenship Week 2025, running from May 26 to June 1, emphasizing...
May 27
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Study reveals Canadian citizenship signifies long-term commitment, not mere convenience
A groundbreaking Statistics Canada report has challenged the widespread perception of "Canadians of convenience." The study demonstrates...
May 21
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