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SUMMARY:Understanding Citizenship Act Reform: How to Counsel Clients Following the End of the First-Generation Limit, Sponsored by CaseEasy 360
DESCRIPTION:CILA is excited to invite you to our upcoming CLE webinar, “Understanding Citizenship Act Reform: How to Counsel Clients on the First-Generation Limit” sponsored by CaseEasy 360.\n\nThe landscape of Canadian citizenship has undergone its most significant transformation in several years. With the passing and implementation of Bill C-3 (formerly Bill C-71) as of December 15, 2025, the “unconstitutional” first-generation limit is officially a thing of the past.\n\nFollowing the success of CILA’s February webinar on this topic – which you can purchase here by selecting New Era of Canadian Citizenship Feb. 2026) – we are returning in May for an intensive practitioner’s briefing. Please note: it is not necessary to have attended the February session to join us for this deep-dive. \nJoin us for a 90-minute technical analysis of the updated legislative framework and IRCC’s new processing guidelines.\nWhat We Will Cover:\n\n\nThe End of the FGL: Analyzing the impact of Bjorkquist v. Canada and the transition away from the “two-tier” citizenship scheme.\n\n\nThe “Substantial Connection” Test: Mastering the 1,095-day physical presence requirement for parents born abroad.\n\n\nRetroactivity & Reinstatement: Distinguishing between automatic citizenship for those born before December 15, 2025, and prospective rules for those born after.\n\n\nInternational Adoptions: Navigating the new pathways and connection tests for non-biological lineages.\n\n\nFiling Strategies: Practical advice for updated IRCC forms and managing files previously caught in the interim measures.\n\n\n\nJoin our panelists: Catherine Sas, KC (Moderator and Immigration Lawyer), Shawn Riel (IRCC Civil Servant), Amandeep Hayer (Immigration Lawyer), and Bruce Allen (Immigration Lawyer).\n\nProgram Details:\nDate: Thursday May 7, 2026\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET\nRegistration: $50 for CILA Members and Law Students; Open to eligible Non-Members ($100 per ticket).\n\nRegister now to secure your spot!\nPurchase the February webinar recording here by selecting New Era of Canadian Citizenship Feb. 2026.\nProudly Sponsored By CaseEasy 360:\n\nSpend less time on paperwork and more on your clients with CaseEasy ( https://caseeasy.ca?utm_source=cila ). CaseEasy streamlines client intake, document collection, and immigration forms autofill, while keeping workflows secure, reviewable, and fully compliant. Easily track cases and manage billing with confidence, so your firm stays efficient, accurate, and in control.\nCILA members get 30% off their first six months—sign up for a free trial today and see how CaseEasy can transform your practice.\n
URL:http://cila.co/events/understanding-citizenship-act-reform-how-to-counsel-clients-following-the-end-of-the-first-generation-limit/
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