# Canada's Citizenship Backlog Crisis | Edmonton News

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Podcast: [Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edmonton-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7596100)
Published: 2026-09-10T10:02:53+00:00
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Canada’s new citizenship law, Bill C-3, has unleashed a flood of applications—over 136,000 waiting with a 33-month backlog, more than double the previous wait. Though aimed at descendants of Canadians, most applicants are kids under 14 born abroad, not older Americans seeking healthcare. Legal experts warn delays may violate rights and spark lawsuits, while government cuts to immigration staff clash with urgent needs. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/04a8b9d9d85e4965

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