Since June 8, 2024, a new measure concerning the knowledge of
one’s origins for adoptees has entered into force in connection
with An Act respecting family law reform with regard to filiation
and amending the Civil Code in relation to personality rights and
civil status adopted in 2022.
Under certain conditions, adoptees can obtain a copy of the original
act of birth (prior to adoption) from the Directeur de l 'état civil.
If the adoptee is deceased, the application may be made by their
descendants in the first-degree aged 14 years of age or older.
For more information, consult the page
For the adopted person: Copy
of the original act of birth.