Policy Updates

You can access the latest policy updates regarding the settlement of displaced Ukrainians.

Federal Updates

In this section, you can access the latest updates on Federal policies in Canada regarding the settlement of displaced Ukrainians.

The Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET) is one of the many special measures the Government of Canada has introduced to support the people of Ukraine. It offers Ukrainians and their family members free, extended temporary status and allows them to work, study and stay in Canada until it is safe for them to return home. 

 

You can find more information on this link: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2022/03/canada-ukraine-authorization-for-emergency-travel.html  

Canada is giving financial assistance to help Ukrainian families who are in Canada under the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET). 

 

The assistance is a one-time, non-taxable benefit. It’s to take care of your basic needs while you get settled in Canada. You can learn more about this temporary assistance at: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/ukraine-measures/settlement/get-financial-assistance.html  

On April 9, 2022, the Honorable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced additional support measures for Ukrainians fleeing Putin’s war and coming via the Canada-Ukraine Emergency Travel Authorization. These measures include new income supports for Ukrainians for up to six weeks for those in need. This measure will allow them to get off to a good start in Canada and access basic necessities. We will also provide temporary hotel rooms for two weeks to ensure that those who need a place to stay have access to initial accommodation. 

 

For more information, visit this link: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2022/05/speaking-notes-honourable-sean-fraser-minister-immigration-refugees-citizenship-announcement-regarding-additional-measures-fleeing-war-ukraine.html  

On March 22, 2023.  As Russia continues its illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine, Canada will remain steadfast in its support for those who have been forced to flee. This includes helping people find a temporary safe haven in Canada and providing them with the support they need.

 

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that the Government of Canada will extend the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET). This means that:

  • Ukrainians and their family members will have until July 15, 2023, to apply overseas for a CUAET visa free of charge;
  • Anyone holding a CUAET visa will have until March 31, 2024, to travel to Canada under the special measures; and
  • CUAET holders who are already here in Canada will have until March 31, 2024, to extend or adjust their temporary status through these measures, free of charge.

 

Settlement services will remain available to Ukrainians and their family members after they arrive so that they can fully participate in Canadian communities while they are here. Ukrainians and their family members will also continue to benefit from the one-time transitional financial support, as well as from access to emergency accommodations for up to 2 weeks, if needed after they arrive in Canada.

 

The Government of Canada continues to work closely with provincial, territorial and municipal partners, as well as settlement service providers and the Ukrainian-Canadian community, to welcome Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s illegal war.

 

These measures build on the Government of Canada’s previous actions to support Ukraine’s security and resilience and to hold Russia accountable for its atrocities and crimes. We are closely monitoring the ongoing needs of Ukrainians and will adapt our response as needed.

 

You can find more information on this link: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2023/03/canada-extends-support-for-those-fleeing-russias-illegal-and-unjustifiable-invasion-of-ukraine.html 

Provincial Updates

In this section, you can access the latest updates on Canadian Provincial policies regarding the settlement of displaced Ukrainians.

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Alberta 

Alberta’s government is committed to supporting Ukrainian newcomers fleeing the war and helping them resettle in Alberta. 

 You can find out how the province and Albertans are helping out as part of Canada’s response to the crisis in Ukraine on this link: https://www.alberta.ca/support-for-ukrainians.aspx 

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

British Columbia 

Fleeing armed conflict, this hardship assistance category is provided to meet the essential needs of applicants who are fleeing armed conflict abroad and meet all other conditions of eligibility except they do not meet the citizenship requirement; you can find more information on this link: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance/fleeing-armed-conflict-abroad  

 Hardship assistance is intended to meet the essential needs of persons or families who are not eligible for income assistance under the Employment and Assistance Act or disability assistance under the Employment and Assistance for Persons with Disabilities Act for some reasons specified by regulation. 

 It is provided temporarily, for only one month at a time.  Eligibility for hardship assistance must be re-established each month; you can find more information on this link: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance/eligibility-for-hardship-assistance  

 MSP Coverage displaced Ukrainians arriving in B.C. with visas issued under the federal Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) will now have access to date-of-arrival Medical Services Plan (MSP) coverage. 

 Government is encouraging those arriving in British Columbia from Ukraine under the CUAET to submit their application for MSP enrolment as soon as they arrive in British Columbia; you can find more information at https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2022MUNI0025-000647  

 General Information, B.C. is welcoming people from Ukraine to communities across the province. To find useful information on this province, you can click here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/tourism-immigration/ukraine/welcome  

British Columbia Cancels International Student Health Fee for Ukrainians Arriving under CUAET 

 In December 2022, the Government enacted the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) International Student Health Fee Remission Regulation. The International Student Health Fee (ISHF) is a monthly $75 fee for anyone 5 years and older enrolled in MSP with a study permit issued by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada. This regulation aims to assist Ukrainians who have recently arrived in Canada and are facing financial barriers and may be unable to work for some time.   

 Retroactive to March 1, 2022, this regulation builds on several other financial and health supports and allows for the remission of debt for the International Student Health Fee for students enrolled in the Medical Services Plan (MSP) under a study permit issued under CUAET. Since the summer of 2022, the Ministry of Finance has been holding the bills for those who qualify. For those who have already paid the ISHF prior to December 19, 2022, the Ministry of Finance will be in contact and refund the payments. If you or someone you know is a newcomer to Canada from Ukraine and is facing financial challenges related to the ISHF, please know that support is available through this regulation.  

 To learn more about the supports available to individuals arriving from Ukraine and how you can support them, please visit the Government of British Columbia’s website. You can also contact the Service BC toll-free phone line at 1 800 663-7867 for more information. 

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

Manitoba 

Manitoba has long been the home of hope for newcomers and refugees; it has welcomed more Ukrainian Refugees per capita than any other Canadian province and continues to lead the country in providing a full range of settlement supports and services.  

 You can access useful information on this link: https://manitoba4ukraine.ca/; where you can find out how Maintoaba is helping. 

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.

We are working together with the Province or Territory as soon as the relevant information is available, it will be published.