Processing & backlogs
Canadian Citizenship Certificate Wait Times Surge to 25 Months
The wait for a Canadian citizenship certificate has more than doubled to 25 months, with over 121,000 applications in the queue. The surge follows Bill C-3, which removed the first-generation limit on citizenship by descent, and a recent review of issued certificates. Applicants are advised to apply promptly, consider expedited processing, or seek legal assistance if facing delays.