Canada Sees Surge In Americans Seeking Citizenship

CTV News reports:

A growing number of Americans with family ties to Canada are seeking to reclaim Canadian citizenship, spurred in part by shifting political and social conditions in the United States. Immigration lawyers say they’ve seen increased interest from individuals who have Canadian parents or grandparents and are now looking to make the move north. Among those applying are members of the LGBTQ community, who express concerns about the rollback of rights and protections.

The surge in applications comes at a time when Canada’s citizenship policies have become more accessible. In March, former immigration minister Marc Miller directed officials to grant citizenship to so-called “Lost Canadians”—individuals born or adopted abroad who fell through legislative gaps. For many, the decision to move to Canada is motivated by fear of worsening conditions in the U.S.

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‘Not feeling safe’: Growing numbers of Americans seek Canadian citizenship

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