Official Government Resources
Official links for Canadian citizenship by descent applications and document retrieval.
IRCC — Citizenship Rules Changes 2025
Official page explaining Bill C-3 and new citizenship by descent rules.
IRCC — Proof of Citizenship Application
How to apply for proof of Canadian citizenship.
IRCC — Processing Times
Check current processing times for citizenship applications.
Ontario Vital Statistics
Order Ontario birth certificates for ancestors born in Ontario.
BC Vital Statistics
Order British Columbia birth certificates.
Quebec Civil Status
Order Quebec birth certificates and civil status documents.
Library and Archives Canada
Historical citizenship and immigration records for genealogy research.