A major development is underway for individuals known as Lost Canadians. The federal government’s Bill C-3 seeks to restore citizenship to those who lost or were denied it under past policies. Following a 2023 Ontario Superior Court decision that struck down limits on citizenship by descent, this proposed legislation could reinstate citizenship rights for thousands of affected individuals and their descendants.
Bill C-3 introduces new criteria such as residency, language proficiency, and security checks to ensure meaningful connection and compliance. With the court mandating a November 21, 2025 deadline, many are watching closely as Parliament moves toward finalizing these historic reforms.
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