October 4-5, 2022, in-person OUSH-OHPU meeting interviews

On October 4-5, 2023, the members of Operation Ukrainian Safe Haven met in person in Ottawa. We took this opportunity to interview members of the operation to gather their insights on key questions related to the operation.

How does Operation Ukrainian Safe Haven support displaced Ukrainians arriving in Canada?

How does Operation Ukrainian Safe Haven reflect Canada’s leadership in responding to humanitarian movements?

How is Canada’s commitment to multiculturalism reflected in its response to humanitarian movements?

How is Canada’s commitment to multiculturalism reflected in its immigration policy?

Why is access to education important in the CUAET program?

Why is housing an important element in newcomers’ settlement and integration efforts?

Can you tell us a bit more about the work that your organization does in terms of settlement and integration?

Online interviews

Stakeholders of Operation Ukrainian Safe Haven were interviewed to provide insights on their participation in the operation. They answer some questions we received regarding the operation and the displaced Ukrainians arriving in Canada.

Ihor Michalchyshyn from the Ukrainian Canadian Congress

Codi Guenther from New Journey Housing

Emily Halldorson from Manitoba Association of Newcomer Serving Organizations

Iryna Shyroka from the Ukrainian Canadian Congress in Vancouver

Janet Madume from Welland Heritage Council & Multicultural Centre

Jody Armstrong from Northeast Newcomer Services

Sarosh Rizvi from Alberta Association of Immigrant Serving Agencies