A parliamentary committee has approved significant amendments to Bill C-3, introducing new requirements for citizenship by descent that mirror naturalization processes.

Under these changes, Canadians born abroad who seek to pass citizenship to their children must demonstrate 1,095 days of physical presence in Canada within five years preceding their child's birth.

Additionally, descendants aged 18-55 must demonstrate proficiency in English or French and knowledge of their citizenship responsibilities, while all adults will undergo security screening.

These provisions, supported by Bloc Québécois MP Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe, must be implemented by November 20 to comply with constitutional requirements.

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