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This chapter is primarily intended as a short guide of the basic process for obtaining a citizenship grant. For more detailed information refer to the [http://www.canlii.org/en/ca/laws/stat/rsc-1985-c-c-29/latest/rsc-1985-c-c-29.html?resultIndex=1 ''Citizenship Act'', RSC 1985, c C-29] and [http://www.canlii.org/en/ca/laws/regu/sor-93-246/latest/sor-93-246.html?resultIndex=1 ''Citizenship Regulations'', SOR/93-246].

This manual may aid individuals in determining whether they or their family members qualify for Canadian citizenship, and may assist those facing the loss of their citizenship status. Applying for citizenship as soon as you become eligible is encouraged. It is important to be as thorough as possible with the initial citizenship application, as this is the best chance for obtaining citizenship.

 

:'''NOTE:''' The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the efficiency of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (“IRCC”) and other organizations that provide assistance related to Canadian citizenship. There are currently delays in processing citizenship applications.  For more details and the latest information, please see the IRCC website: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19.html.