MaplePass Blog
News, guides, and expert tips about Canadian citizenship by descent, Bill C-3, ancestry research, and the CIT 0001 application process.
Americans Are Flooding Canadian Citizenship Offices — Here's Why
Nearly 48,000 citizenship applications are waiting for processing after Bill C-3 removed generational limits. Here's what's driving the surge and what it means for you.
Canadian Citizenship Through Your Grandparents: A Real-World Example
A step-by-step walkthrough of how one American family traced their Canadian ancestry through grandparents and applied for citizenship under Bill C-3.
The $75 Application That Could Change Your Life
Canadian citizenship by descent costs just $75 in government fees. Here's what you get — and why it's the best deal in immigration.
Quebec Ancestry: Why So Many Americans Have French-Canadian Roots
Millions of Americans have Quebec ancestry they don't know about. The French-Canadian migration to New England created one of the largest ancestry groups eligible for Canadian citizenship.
What Happens After You Submit Your CIT 0001 Application
Submitted your Canadian citizenship application? Here's exactly what happens next — processing stages, timeline, what to expect, and how to check your status.