CIMM Committee Report

The Committee could not have completed its study on the loss of Canadian citizenship without the cooperation and support of numerous people.  In particular, the Chair and members of the Committee extend their thanks to the many witnesses who shared their personal stories and related the ordeals they have endured after their Canadian citizenship was lost or denied.

In addition, the Committee wishes to acknowledge the work and support of Andrew Kitching, an analyst at the Library of Parliament who contributed significantly to an early draft of the report; Sandra Elgersma and Philippe Le Goff, analysts currently with the Library of Parliament who provided significant support; Samy Agha, the former Clerk of the Committee; and Denyse Croteau, the Committee Assistant who saw to the efficient execution of the Committee's study plan.

The Committee would like to thank the Minister for the keen interest and steady support of officials at Citizenship and Immigration Canada; the translation and interpretation staff of the Department of Public Works and Government Services; and the support services of the House of Commons Committee Directorate.

Finally, the Chair wishes to thank the members of the Committee for the hours they dedicated to study this important issue to prepare this report.