become a Canadian citizen

I was supposed to receive a letter yesterday informing me that I had to take a citizenship test on April 6th (2009, not 2010). Gee… looks like I could be a Canadian soon.

Yesterday I received a package in the post, acknowledging receipt of my application and informing me that the usual processing time is 12 – 15 months. Absolutely disgraceful, and I have to wonder how productively my tax dollars are being spent. Anyway in the meantime they suggest I read the included booklet about Canada in preparation for my citizenship exam. Isn’t that exciting!

The application is in, and the fees are paid, but still no word from the feds after 4 months… not even a note to say my application was received. I should call them to get their asses on the case.