Contact Us / Contactez nous

         

123 Street Avenue, City Town, 99999

(123) 555-6789

email@address.com

 

You can set your address, phone number, email and site description in the settings tab.
Link to read me page with more information.

Contact

 
 

Please Note:
Due to a high volume of projects, my current waitlist is approximately 8 to 10 weeks. Response times may also be delayed, but I’ll get back to you as soon as I can!

Canadian Citizenship Enquiries (U.S. Citizens)

The information below applies to U.S. citizens seeking Canadian citizenship under recent amendments to Canada’s Citizenship Act (Bill C-3). Please review this carefully before submitting an enquiry.

Current Status of Bill C-3 (December 2025)

Canada has passed Bill C-3, which amends the Citizenship Act to address long-standing limits on citizenship by descent (often referred to as the “first-generation limit”) and to restore citizenship to certain individuals previously excluded under earlier legislation. The bill received Royal Assent in November 2025, and the new rules are in effect as of December 15, 2025.

 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has published information outlining how the amended provisions are intended to operate, including a “substantial connection to Canada” requirement that applies in certain circumstances for people born abroad after the coming-into-force date. As with any legislative change, processing practices and documentary expectations may continue to evolve as cases move through the system. Careful preparation remains essential.

What Applicants Should Do Before Contacting Me

To ensure that enquiries can be assessed efficiently and meaningfully, applicants are expected to complete the following steps before requesting genealogical verification.

1. Gather certified civil documents

Applicants should obtain certified copies of U.S. vital records (births, marriages, and deaths) for each generation in their direct line of descent. This process is handled through the appropriate state or county vital records offices. Procedures and timelines vary by jurisdiction, so initiating requests early is strongly recommended. Some applicants also choose to consult a local genealogist familiar with their specific U.S. jurisdiction for guidance on locating and ordering records.

2. Genealogical review and lineage readiness

Once core documents are assembled, the lineage should be reviewed to confirm that each generational link is properly supported and that there are no gaps, inconsistencies, or unsupported assumptions. A Canadian genealogist can assist at this stage by verifying the Canadian ancestral line, identifying required Canadian records, and ensuring that evidence aligns with Canadian genealogical standards.

If the line is not yet documented, the first step is to assemble the basic civil records listed above. Applicants may again find it helpful to work with a local genealogist based in the relevant jurisdiction to assist with early-stage organization and documentation before proceeding to a Canadian-based review.

3. Consult a Canadian immigration lawyer

After the lineage has been verified—or in parallel, depending on individual circumstances—applicants should consult a Canadian immigration lawyer to understand how the confirmed facts align with the amended legal framework and current IRCC guidance. Legal counsel can advise on eligibility, evidentiary thresholds, and application strategy.

4. Avoid speculative or premature filings

Applications that are incomplete, speculative, or unsupported by documentation often result in refusals or significant delays. Preparing a complete and well-supported file before submission is the most effective way to move forward.

Before You Get in Touch

Enquiries are most productive once:

  • core civil documents have been gathered, and

  • a documented family line to a Canadian ancestor is available for review.

This allows me to assess scope efficiently and determine whether genealogical verification can proceed.

Thank you for reaching out!
I truly appreciate your feedback and welcome any insights about the content on my website. If you happen to spot an error or typo, please don’t hesitate to let me know—I’m always happy to make corrections. I do ask that all messages remain respectful. Emails that are aggressive or disrespectful will not receive a response. Let’s keep the conversation friendly and constructive!