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Question 1

What is Bill C-3, and how does it affect me?

Accepted Answer

Bill C-3 is a Canadian law that came into effect on December 15, 2025. It removed the first-generation limit on citizenship by descent, retroactively granting Canadian citizenship to people born abroad who would have been citizens if not for that restriction. If you have a Canadian parent, grandparent, or even earlier ancestor — there's no generational limit — you may now be recognized as a Canadian citizen from birth.

Question 2

How do I know if I'm eligible for Canadian citizenship by descent?

Accepted Answer

You may be eligible if at least one of your parents or grandparents was born in Canada or was a Canadian citizen. The key factors are: (1) whether your Canadian ancestor was born in Canada or naturalized before your parent's birth, (2) the date of your birth relative to changes in Canadian citizenship law, and (3) whether the chain of descent is unbroken. Our free eligibility check walks you through these questions in under two minutes.

Question 3

What documents do I need to apply?

Accepted Answer

Typically you'll need: your birth certificate, baptismal or birth certificates of each ancestor in your chain (to show parentage and birthplace), and marriage certificates to show any name changes. Unofficial name changes — like French names being anglicized (e.g., Pierre to Pete) — are common, so supplementary documents like death certificates, census records, property deeds, or court records can help establish identity. MaplePass provides a personalized document checklist based on your specific family situation.

Question 4

How long does the citizenship process take?

Accepted Answer

As of September 2026, IRCC's posted processing time for a proof of Canadian citizenship application (CIT 0001) is around 33 months from the date IRCC receives your package. Building your application through MaplePass takes about 20 minutes. The most time-consuming part is usually gathering the required documents like birth certificates, which can take a few weeks if you need to order them.

Question 5

Do I need to live in Canada or speak French to get citizenship?

Accepted Answer

No. Citizenship by descent under Bill C-3 is based on your ancestry, not residency or language. You do not need to have ever visited Canada, passed a citizenship test, or demonstrated language proficiency. You are recognized as a citizen from birth — you're simply applying for proof of something you already hold.

Question 6

What's the difference between citizenship by descent and naturalization?

Accepted Answer

Naturalization requires you to become a permanent resident first, live in Canada for at least 3 years, pass language and knowledge tests, and take an oath. Citizenship by descent recognizes that you were already a citizen from the moment you were born, thanks to your Canadian parent or grandparent. There's no residency requirement, no test, and no oath — just documentation proving the family link.

Question 7

Can I pass Canadian citizenship to my children?

Accepted Answer

For those born before December 15, 2025, Bill C-3 retroactively removes the generational limit — so citizenship can pass down through multiple generations. Different criteria apply to those born on or after that date. Whether your children qualify depends on their date of birth and your specific family chain. Our eligibility check assesses this for your children as well.

Question 8

What does MaplePass do, exactly?

Accepted Answer

MaplePass guides you through the citizenship-by-descent application. We assess eligibility, give you a personalized checklist and links to where you order records (archives, vital stats, Resources guides), walk you through every field on the CIT 0001 with AI guidance, verify uploads, check completeness, and produce a ready-to-submit package. You gather or order the documents yourself — we do not retrieve parish or civil files. We are a document preparation service, not immigration legal advice.

Question 9

Can I get Canadian citizenship through my great-grandparents?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Under Bill C-3, there is no generational limit for people born before December 15, 2025. Whether your Canadian ancestor is a parent, grandparent, great-grandparent, or even further back, you may qualify — as long as you can document an unbroken chain of descent. You'll need birth and marriage certificates for each generation connecting you to your Canadian ancestor.

Question 10

How much does it cost to apply for Canadian citizenship by descent?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian government charges a $75 CAD fee for proof of citizenship applications. MaplePass charges a one-time fee starting at $99 USD for our document preparation service, which includes the AI-guided CIT 0001 form builder, document verification, completeness checking, and a ready-to-print application package. There is no subscription or hidden fees.

Question 11

Do I need a lawyer to apply for Canadian citizenship?

Accepted Answer

No. The CIT 0001 application is designed for individuals to complete themselves — you do not need an immigration consultant or lawyer. MaplePass simplifies the process further with AI-guided form filling, document verification, and a completeness check. Immigration consultants typically charge $2,000–$5,000 for the same application that MaplePass helps you complete for $99.

Question 12

What is the 1,095-day rule in Bill C-3?

Accepted Answer

The 1,095-day rule applies only to children born on or after December 15, 2025. For these individuals, their Canadian parent must have spent at least 1,095 days (approximately 3 years) physically present in Canada before the child's birth. This rule does NOT apply to anyone born before that date — if you were born before December 15, 2025, there is no residency requirement for your parent.

Question 13

Can I get a Canadian passport through citizenship by descent?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Once you receive your Canadian citizenship certificate from IRCC, you can apply for a Canadian passport. A Canadian passport allows visa-free travel to over 185 countries and gives you the right to live and work in Canada without a visa. The passport application is a separate process handled by Service Canada or online through the IRCC portal.

Question 14

Is Canadian citizenship by descent retroactive?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Bill C-3 is fully retroactive for people born before December 15, 2025. This means if you would have been a Canadian citizen at birth had the first-generation limit not existed, you are now recognized as having been a citizen since birth. You don't need to apply for a "grant" of citizenship — you're applying for proof of citizenship you already hold.

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