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The Citizenship and Immigration Canada's website has had a facelift to appeal to its new (and old) Canadians. The site has organized its content in such a way that anyone can locate the information they are looking for with ease. Government of Canada's ministry wants to ensure that all newcomers are made aware of the essential policies and procedures needed to become a successful well adjusted Canadian.

As you go through the site you will find that they have made sure to highlight the essentials, making it so much easier to navigate through it. Some useful places to visit would be the "Before/After you arrive" section on the site. This section provides you with the important essentials that a new Canadian would need to settle in Canada. It even provides you with a printable checklist to help with the transition. A very good item to help make sure you have everything covered before and after you arrive on Canadian soil.

It is highly recommended that you visit the "Frequently Asked Questions" section which is highlighted in the center of the site. They say no question is a stupid question and you will find that you are not alone in inquiring about specific things concerning your move to Canada. Just above this, is a marriage of new information and policy changes that you, the new Canadian, should become aware of. In terms of the layout, with the varied colour scheme for each specific section, the easy to navigate links of pertinent and relevant information, video footage of other new Canadians, and the constantly updated policy section, the renovated site has a section that actually allows newcomers to calculate the amount of time it would take them to become a Canadian citizen! Based on each individual situation, the government has designed a method to determine a rough estimate of how long it would take for immigrants to become officially adopted by their new country, Canada. This feature can definitely help new Canadians to plan and get organized in a sufficient time frame.

The Citizenship and Immigration government website has redesigned its look to help new Canadians get the best out of their new country. They have provided a variety of printable applications forms whether it be in regards to work, school or simply to change your address, it is all there for you. Should there be something that you happened not to find on the site, they also have their contact information for their offices or information on immigration lawyers if you choose to use one. Since it is being frequently updated, it is important that newcomers visit the site to keep abreast of the latest policy changes or alterations. After anyone uses the site, there is no doubt they will leave knowing that Canada takes care of their citizens.