Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Citizenship Certificate? Here’s What to Do
Losing your Canadian citizenship certificate—or having it stolen or damaged—can be stressful. This document is crucial for proving citizenship, applying for a passport, and accessing government services. But don’t worry—replacing it is possible!
In this guide, we’ll explain how to get a replacement citizenship certificate if yours was lost, stolen, or damaged. We’ll also share tips to make the process smoother.
By Sanjay Prasher (SP) M.B.A, CICC,Member of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultant (CICC),Member Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC),Gold Member Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants(CAPIC) , Published on April 16, 2025
IRCC typically conducts Express Entry draws every two weeks, but the schedule can vary. While there is no official calendar, the next Express Entry draw is expected soon, possibly within the next week based on historical trends. It's always a good idea to stay updated via the IRCC website or follow us here for timely updates.
Canada’s Express Entry system, the fastest pathway to permanent residency for skilled workers, has been unusually silent since the last draw on March 21, 2025. Typically, IRCC holds draws every two weeks, but as of April 11, there has been no new invitation round.
By Sanjay Prasher, RCIC Canadian Title Immigration and Visa Consulting Inc. (CTIVCI)
The Changing Role of Job Offers in Canadian Immigration
Canada’s Express Entry system underwent a significant change on March 25, 2025—the government removed the 50-200 CRS points previously awarded for arranged employment.
Does this mean job offers no longer matter for Canadian PR? Not at all.
Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program (OINP) is one of Canada’s most popular pathways to permanent residency (PR) for skilled workers, international graduates, and entrepreneurs. With Express Entry CRS scores soaring above 500, the OINP offers a lifeline for candidates who may not qualify for direct federal immigration.
For many foreign nationals dreaming of Canadian permanent residency (PR), the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) offers a promising pathway—especially if your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score isn’t high enough for Express Entry.
