Common Family Situations We Review Every Week
If any Canadian connection runs through your family — close or distant, certain or uncertain — it’s worth a free assessment. The amended Citizenship Act reopened eligibility for many Americans who never thought they qualified.
“My mom or dad was born in Canada”
A direct path that many Americans don’t realize is open to them. No Canadian residency required.
“My Canadian parent was born outside Canada”
Until December 2025 this often blocked applications. Bill C-3 changed that — your case is worth reviewing now.
“My grandparents or earlier generations were Canadian”
The amended Act restores status to many “Lost Canadians.” Multi-generational claims are absolutely worth assessing.
“I’m not sure if I qualify — but Canada keeps appearing in my family”
This is the most common case we review. If the connection is there, we’ll find out together. The assessment is free.
Our Citizenship by Descent Service — End to End
One flat fee. One licensed consultant handling your case. Everything you need to go from “I think I might qualify” to a Canadian citizenship certificate in your hand.
Citizenship by Descent — Complete Case Handling
From eligibility confirmation to certificate issuance, a licensed consultant manages every step of your file. You stay informed; we handle the technical work.
Included in Your Case
- Free ancestry & eligibility analysis under the amended Citizenship Act
- Citizenship chain verification from the documents you provide
- Personalized checklist of every document the Canadian government will require
- Complete preparation of your Proof of Citizenship application
- Official submission to Canadian immigration by your authorized consultant
- Case monitoring & direct correspondence with the government on your behalf
- Guidance on Canadian passport application once your certificate is issued
Why Citizenship Applications Get Refused
Citizenship by descent looks straightforward — until it isn’t. Most refusals don’t come from being ineligible. They come from technical mistakes that an applicant doesn’t realize they’ve made until the rejection letter arrives.
Broken Citizenship Chain
A single missing or unverifiable link in your family’s chain — one undocumented generation, one mismatched name — can sink the entire claim.
Inconsistent or Missing Data
Names spelled differently across documents, dates that don’t reconcile, or evidence the officer can’t verify lead to additional requests — or outright returns.
Outdated Forms
Canada’s immigration authority routinely updates forms. Submitting a previous version — even by a few months — gets your application returned unprocessed.
Missed Government Requests
If the immigration officer requests additional information mid-review and you don’t respond on time, your application can be closed — and you start over.
Licensed Consultants. Real Citizenship Expertise.
Government-Licensed Consultants
Our consultants are authorized by the Canadian government to represent you directly — something most private parties legally cannot do.
Citizenship by Descent Specialists
We focus on ancestry-based citizenship cases and know exactly what the Canadian government looks for in a complete application.
Flat Fees — No Hourly Billing
You see your full quote before signing anything. No surprises, no hourly meter — the price quoted is the price you pay.
Handled Remotely From the US
No travel to Canada required. Your case is managed entirely online — you provide documents, we run the application.
Two Divisions. One Standard of Service.
Workvantage has helped families and businesses navigate Canada’s immigration system for over 18 years. Our Immigration Services division — the licensed-consultant team handling your case — focuses on personal immigration matters like citizenship by descent, while our workforce solutions division supports Canadian businesses with international hiring.
No Surprises. Just the Facts.
Most people researching Canadian citizenship struggle to find clear answers on cost and timing. Here’s what to expect with Workvantage Immigration Services.
$0
Your eligibility review is free. Submit your details and you’ll receive a clear go / no-go answer and a written quote — typically within 1 business day.
Flat Quote
You see your complete fee in writing before signing. No hourly billing, no scope creep. Payment plans available for most cases.
Varies by Case
Canadian government processing times for Proof of Citizenship vary case by case and depend on the government’s queue. We track your file and respond on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — if one of your parents is a Canadian citizen, you likely qualify. Citizenship cannot skip a generation, so your parent must themselves be Canadian. Bill C-3 (December 2025) also reopened cases that used to be blocked. Submit your details for a free eligibility check.
No to both. Citizenship by descent doesn’t require Canadian residency, and the US fully allows dual citizenship. You keep your US passport and gain a Canadian one — with the right to live, work, study, and travel in Canada whenever you choose.
Submit your details through the form and a licensed consultant reviews your case. You receive a clear go / no-go answer, a complete document checklist if you qualify, and a flat-fee quote — all in writing, typically within 1 business day. No charge, no commitment.
Typically your long-form birth certificate, your Canadian parent’s birth certificate or citizenship card, and any marriage certificates needed to prove the family chain. Multi-generational claims may need additional records. You’ll receive a personalized checklist after your free review — you gather the documents, we handle the application.
It depends on the Canadian government’s processing queue at the time of submission — timing varies case by case. We give you an honest estimate during your free review and respond to government requests on your behalf throughout the process, helping you avoid the delays that come from missed correspondence.
Often yes — if you qualify by descent, your children frequently qualify too. The rules for subsequent generations born abroad can be strict, so we review every child’s case as part of your free assessment and outline the right path for your whole family.
No. Workvantage Immigration Services is a privately owned, government-licensed Canadian immigration consultancy — independent from the Government of Canada. Our consultants are licensed to represent you directly with Canadian immigration authorities. Government application fees are paid separately to the government.