"Unlike the past, where biometrics were not generally required for citizenship, this policy will make biometrics mandatory for all applicants by 2027."
The slow (and steady) march continues..
https://immigrationnewscanada.ca/new-canada-citizenship-rule-biometrics/
"Oxaro had received $50.6 million in taxpayer money; $33.7 million has been spent on administrative costs, while injured Canadians received $16.9 million. Updated Health Canada figures released last week show the company has now received $54.1 million and spent $36.3 million on administration costs, with just $18.1 million paid to injured Canadians"
https://globalnews.ca/news/11407587/visp-program-phac-government/