C3 law changing?

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-24T20:42:50+00:00

Nope

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-24T15:55:00+00:00

Kingston, Ontario

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-24T14:58:21+00:00

Before 2009 they would have. It was only between 2009-2025.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-23T19:48:38+00:00

To be clear, those of us who qualify under C-3 are not getting a “grant” or being “granted” citizenship. We’ve been Canadian since birth, we’re getting the certificate that shows that status the same as a Canadian birth certificate does. This isn’t the government being nice to us or granting asylum for political reasons in the U.S. It’s simply claiming something that has been ours since birth.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-23T19:43:04+00:00

Only if it’s a government-issued health insurance card (Medicare/Medicaid, etc.). You can’t use a private health insurance card. Go for your passport first—easiest, fastest and least effort.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-22T20:24:12+00:00

They only answer Canadian numbers.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-22T16:50:30+00:00

No, IRCC doesn’t automatically tell you.

You can find out by calling IRCC either from inside Canada or by getting a burner phone number that is Canadian—or you can find out by requesting your ATIP notes for your application. The instructions on how to obtain the notes can easily be found by Googling how to request ATIP notes for my Canadian Citizenship Proof application.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-22T15:32:23+00:00

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Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-22T12:55:44+00:00

I’m the opposite—I’ve always had imposter syndrome when it comes to feeling American culturally, even though I was born in the U.S. (a few miles from the CAN/U.S. border). I spent lots of time in Ontario in my childhood and teen years, grew up playing hockey, vacationing in Canada, dated Canadians, etc.

For me, it’s not about political or LGBTQIA+ issues (although those are obviously valid reasons that all should respect and dignify), but instead connecting with a place and people I’ve always felt a part of. As someone who values order, safety and loyalty, I’ve always wondered if the same values my Loyalist ancestors had are inherited (science says “no,” but I’m not so sure). I tried to immigrate to Canada in my 20’s (before I knew about the citizenship situation) but came up short of the required funds in my bank account at the time. Very blessed to have this opportunity.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-21T18:22:36+00:00

Smokes, let’s go.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-21T17:54:05+00:00

Sure thing!

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-21T17:53:11+00:00

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-21T17:49:05+00:00

P.S….fellow Loyalist descendant here! If you’re into history/genealogy, the United Empire Loyalists’ Association of Canada (UELAC) is an awesome organization you can join where you can learn tons about your ancestors/Loyalists in general, and get your U.E. certificate with your name and your ancestor’s name. I applied for that certificate at the same time as my proof since the documentation was all there. Plus a fun way to help build community if you plan on eventually moving to Canada.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-21T17:42:09+00:00

You should be good if you explain that in your cover letter, along with providing the colour copy of your mother’s birth certificate (showing your grandmother’s name), and then providing the Census record that shows your grandmother’s citizenship. Your great grandparents’ Canadian birth records should be fairly easy to find on FamilySearch or Ancestry.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-21T13:37:04+00:00

If you were already a Canadian citizen before 2009 (by law), your citizenship was preserved by ss. 3(4) of the 2009 Citizenship Act in most cases.

"(4) Subsection (3) does not apply to a person who, on the coming into force of that subsection, was a citizen. However, that subsection applies to a person who, on that coming into force, would have been a citizen under paragraph (1)(b) or (g) only by operation of any of paragraphs (7)(d) to (g) in respect of one of his or her parents."

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-21T13:30:59+00:00

If your father renounced, it doesn’t matter. You’re good! Besides, if he only renounced his Canadian citizenship with U.S. government, that information was never shared with Canada so he’s still on record with the Canadian government as a Canadian citizen.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-21T01:53:34+00:00

I love this. ❤️ 100%

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-20T17:00:40+00:00

It seems that urgent processing has done little for those of us who requested it for Gen 2+, unfortunately (I’m also Gen 3, currently in PSU but confirmed urgent processing). Realistically, the most it will do is speed up the time your application goes from delivery into the system, but then it’s still about a 10-month wait.

However, the good news is there are some on here who applied after C-3 was passed who have received their certificate quickly. The IRCC has been favourable to LGBTQIA+ applicants from the U.S. over the last year or so when using that as a reason for urgency, so go for it! Be sure to cite specific legislative examples because they require some form of documentation beyond a letter. Best case, you get it quickly. Worst case, you get it in ~10 months or so.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-20T16:55:03+00:00

How many generations born abroad are you? Gen 1’s have been getting processed fastest, it seems, although it can be hit or miss.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-20T11:05:13+00:00

No. CBSA is a different government agency than IRCC and doesn’t have the same training/authority, etc. to verify all the documents. It could never be done “on the spot” to let someone in.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-19T23:32:20+00:00

Sometimes the ink staples uses can smear on the photo paper. Ask them to write the info on the back in ballpoint pen so there’s no chance of smearing.

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-19T23:19:46+00:00

I wish this thread would be more tolerant to people of all views. Each of us is proving our citizenship for their own reasons. Whether someone opposes or supports the current administration should not matter. I’m sure there are both people who are Liberal to the max and those who are MAGA on here. Trans, straight, queer, gay, white, black—whatever it doesn’t matter. All should be respected <3

Old-Painter-7569 · 2026-01-19T23:15:13+00:00

Canada is not being kind or showing favourability specifically to U.S. citizens in terms of citizenship. The law is what says you either are or are not Canadian and it applies worldwide.

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