Thousands of Americans apply for Canadian citizenship after rules loosen

8 articles · Updated · NPR · May 1

The surge follows a Canadian legal change that expanded eligibility, prompting applications from US residents seeking a path to citizenship.
The report says motivations are both political and personal, as applicants look north after Ottawa opened new opportunities.
The development highlights how immigration and nationality policy changes can quickly drive cross-border interest and reshape citizenship demand.

Why is Canada welcoming millions by ancestry while cutting opportunities for new workers and students?

What is the true cost for Americans claiming citizenship through a long-lost ancestor, and for Canada itself?