Canadian citizenship rules changed: 5 things to know
The change could affect people who were previously unable to claim Canadian citizenship because their connection to Canada extended beyond the first generation born abroad.
The changes removed the previous first-generation limit for certain people born abroad before that date, potentially allowing more people with Canadian ancestry to claim Canadian citizenship.
People who believe they are Canadian under the new rules may need to apply for a Canadian citizenship certificate, which serves as official proof of their citizenship.
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