Canada lists 7 pathways to becoming a Canadian citizen in 2026
Citizenship by descent People born outside Canada may already be Canadian citizens if they have a Canadian parent and meet the applicable citizenship-by-descent rules.
Citizenship for certain stateless people Canada also has a special citizenship grant for certain people born outside the country to a Canadian parent who have been stateless throughout their lives.
Canada offers several pathways through which people can acquire or apply for Canadian citizenship, ranging from birth and family connections to permanent residence, adoption and special provisions.
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