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When looking at immigrating to another country it is important to keep a few things in mind, such as:
\n1) What are the official languages of that country?
\n2) Is my language level enough to communicate in a working environment in that country?
\n3) What are the cultural difference between that country and my current country?
\n4) Are my skills in demand in that country?
\n5) Is my resume formatted for that country?
\n6) Can I afford the move?
\n7) Do I have enough money to settle and become established?
\n8) How will my family adapt?
\n9) Can I become accustomed to the climate?
\n10) Can I become accustomed to the laws of that country?
\n11) Can my pets make the move?
\nAll of these are important to keep in mind when thinking about immigrating for a variety of reasons. First, you want to make sure you are going to qualify under one of the eligible immigration categories. You should be weary of any company who says you will qualify before even discussing your qualifications and background. Secondly, you want to make sure you will be able to adapt in the that country and be able to succeed in a working environment. A crucial element to this success is being skilled in the local language. This includes reading, writing, listening and speaking. SMS language, which has become popular with certain demographics is not acceptable in business communication or on a resume. Using this type of language will result in people immediately getting the wrong impression of you and your professional skills. Thirdly, a move of any kind can be stressful and difficult. A move to another country can be extremely difficult for all involved, especially family members. The lifestyle you may be accustomed to in your home country may not be one that you can maintain in a new country due to exchange rates and costs of living. It is important to keep all of these factors in mind and make an educated decision before rushing into any immigration decisions.
\n","image":null}},"posts":{"nodes":[{"author":{"node":{"name":"Deanne Acres-Lans","nickname":null,"id":"dXNlcjo0","url":null}},"id":"cG9zdDo2NDEyMA==","title":"Canadian Citizenship Application – What has changed?","uri":"/news/citizenship/canadian-citizenship-application/","date":"2025-05-20T18:26:23","categories":{"nodes":[{"name":"Citizenship","databaseId":88,"uri":"/news/category/citizenship/"},{"name":"General News","databaseId":21,"uri":"/news/category/general-news/"}]},"acfPost":{"text":"Since 2009, Canada’s Citizenship Act has limited Canadian citizenship to the first generation born outside of Canada. This has stopped Canadian citizens who were born outside of Canada from automatically passing their Canadian citizenship to children also born outside Canada. This policy aimed to prevent the indefinite transmission of Canadian citizenship without a tangible connection to Canada. The courts have recently found that the first-generation limit violates the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. This would then grant Canadian Citizenship to those with a Canadian born grandparent, and not just a parent physically born in Canada, opening citizenship to more “lost Canadians.”
\nCurrently, individuals can acquire Canadian citizenship in the following ways:
\nOn December 19, 2023, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruled that the first-generation limit violates the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. This would then grant Canadian Citizenship to those with a Canadian born grandparent, and not just a parent physically born in Canada, opening citizenship to more “lost Canadians.” Lost Canadians is a term that originally referred to individuals who lost or never acquired Canadian citizenship due to outdated provisions (sex, marital status, place of birth, naturalization status), which affected whether that person could derive, acquire, or lose Canadian citizenship. The Court declaration does not:
\nThe Court has suspended its declaration until November 20, 2025 to allow the federal government time to amend the existing legislation. This means that the current rules still apply to Canadian citizenship applications until further notice, unless you qualify for the current interim measure, discussed further below.
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On May 23, 2024, Bill C-71, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act was introduced to Parliament, which sought to restore and bestow Canadian citizenship to more individuals and their descendants who were born abroad in the second or subsequent generation. This also includes persons born abroad and adopted by a Canadian parent and “Lost Canadians.” Before Bill C-71 could become law, Parliament was prorogued and Bill C-71 was put on hold. Parliament has until November 20, 2025 to to reintroduce former Bill C-71 and allow Parliament to consider and enact the legislation.
\nOn March 13, 2025, t0 address delays in passing Bill C-71, Immigration Minister Mark Miller, approved an interim measure to support those affected by the first-generation limit. Individuals in the following groups can be considered for a discretionary grant of Canadian citizenship beyond the first-generation born in Canada under subsection 5(4) of the Citizenship Act:
\nUntil new legislation is enacted, individuals outlined in the current interim measure are eligible to apply for a discretionary grant of Canadian citizenship. If the application is approved, they will be granted Canadian citizenship. The citizenship will be effective as of the date the grant is issued, not the day they were born.
\nCanadian Citizenship applications can be complex depending on the details of each specific case such as what year each individual was born, where they were born, whether their parents were employed by the government abroad, the specific documentation available, and much more. If you require assistance in navigating a Canadian citizenship application, contact us today!
\nImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) provided the following examples of who may be eligible for Canadian citizenship under the proposed amendments to the Citizenship Act:
\nSection 8 Loss of Citizenship
\nAutomatic Citizenship By Descent For Descendants of Lost Canadians
\nAutomatic Citizenship By Descent For Persons Born Abroad To A Canadian Citizen Parent
\nAccess To The Direct Adoptions Grant For Persons Adopted Abroad By A Canadian Citizen Parent
\nNote: This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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\nThe CRS is a points-based system used by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to evaluate and rank candidates within the Express Entry pool. It assesses candidates based on their age, education, language proficiency, work experience, Canadian sibling, and other adaptability factors. The cumulative CRS score is used by IRCC to issue Invitations to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency.
\nCore/Human Capital Factors:
\nAge
\nCandidates aged 18 – 30 receive the highest score, and candidates aged 45 and older receive 0 points
\nCompleted Education (foreign or Canadian)
\nIf you completed your education outside of Canada, you will require an Educational Credential Assessment to be assigned CRS points
\nLanguage Proficiency in French and/or English
\nCanadian Work Experience
\nSpouse or Common-Law Partner Factors:
\nCompleted Education (foreign or Canadian)
\nLanguage Proficiency in French or English
\nCanadian Work Experience
\nSkill Transferability Factors:
\nA combination of language proficiency and completed education (foreign or Canadian)
\nA combination of language proficiency and foreign work experience
\nA combination of completed education (foreign or Canadian) and Canadian work experience
\nA combination of foreign work experience and Canadian work experience
\nAdditional Points:
\nBrother or sister living in Canada (citizen or permanent resident)
\nFrench language skills
\nPost-secondary education in Canada
\nAs of March 25, 2025, IRCC has removed points previously awarded for arranged employment (job offers) from the CRS score calculation. This change affects all current and future candidates in the Express Entry pool. Based on previous Express Entry annual reports, at least 30,000 Express Entry profiles will have their CRS score reduced by 50 or 200 points due to this change.
\nA candidate’s CRS score is their ranking in the Express Entry system. IRCC conducts regular draws, inviting candidates who meet the criteria of the draw and have the highest CRS score to apply for permanent residency. Express Entry profiles that have a higher CRS score have a higher probability of receiving an ITA.
\nIncrease your language proficiency: Achieving a CLB/NCLC level 9 or higher on an approved language test can substantially boost your CRS points. Being proficient French (NCLC 7 or higher) can also increase your score by 25 points or more.
\nFurther your education: Depending on your existing level of education, obtaining a second qualification may increase your CRS score.
\nIncrease your work experience: Accumulating more full-time (or equivalent in part-time) paid, skilled work experience, especially in Canada, could increase your CRS score.
\nObtain a Provincial Nomination: Receiving a provincial nomination through an Express Entry-aligned program can add 600 points to your CRS score.
\nUnderstanding and optimizing your CRS score is vital for a candidate’s success in Canada’s Express Entry system. By staying informed of IRCC policy changes, candidates can improve their chances of achieving permanent residency in Canada. Candidates can also speak to a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) to discuss their Canadian immigration options.
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