Descendants of French Canadians in Maine May Be Eligible for Canadian Citizenship
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Thousands of French Canadians moved to Maine in the 1870s. Their descendants may now be eligible for Canadian citizenship. Find out if this applies to you.
Check the citizenship requirements on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website
History of French Canadians in Maine
French Canadians began moving to Maine in the 1870s, drawn by the steady wages in the state's textile mills. They settled in a densely populated neighborhood beside the Androscoggin River, between the bridges and railroad tracks.
Eligibility for Canadian Citizenship
The descendants of these French Canadians may now be eligible for Canadian citizenship. To find out if this applies to you, check the citizenship requirements on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website.
Next Steps
If you believe you may be eligible for Canadian citizenship, check the requirements and follow the instructions on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website.
What to do next
- Application for Naturalization — Order
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