This site recounts my personal journey to apply for proof of Canadian citizenship. It is not legal advice. For official info check out the Government of Canada’s IRCC
About Me
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Hello there! I’m Bread and Roses. I’m a queer woman (she/her) currently living in the United States, but planning to move to Canada. To make that happen, I applied for Canadian citizenship by descent under the amended citizenship law that went into effect 15 December 2025 (sometimes called C-3).
Why I’m Sharing My Story
Along my journey, I was taken advantage of by an immigration attorney who charged me almost $10,000 CAD to give me misinformation, stress, and delays. When she quit, it turned out to be a blessing because I spent the time to researching the law and submitting an even better application package to have my Canadian citizenship recognized.
I was scared, but alone the way, I found several incredible volunteer-led communities with many free resources and plenty of support among those going through the journey too. I’m sharing My Story because I know how intimidating it feels and I hope that it will help give you the confidence to know that you can do it too (hopefully without getting scammed like me!).
If you’re Looking To Leave the US, You’re Not Alone
There are a lot of us that don’t feel like we can stay in our home anymore. And, frankly, that sucks. But there are options. If Canada doesn’t make sense for you, I encourage you to check out the non-profit Help Me Leave, which has resources, support, and guidance for immigrating to more than just Canada.