Canada Citizenship Processing Time Extends to 19 Months

The Canadian government has increased the processing time for proof of citizenship applications to 19 months due to a significant backlog of nearly 100,000 cases. This change affects both new and existing applicants, potentially delaying access to certain government services.
Why it matters
Extended processing times impact the lives of thousands of immigrants and residents seeking legal status, highlighting administrative challenges in Canada's immigration system.
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