Canada continues to support Ukrainians and their eligible family members in Canada by allowing extensions of open work permits issued under the Ukrainian public policy for up to three years, with applications accepted until March 31, 2027. Temporary resident status extensions are also available through regular immigration channels, including for those facing passport renewal delays. Priority processing is offered for temporary resident permit extensions, ensuring Ukrainians can maintain work, study, or stay status while awaiting permanent residence decisions.

• Canada continues to provide immigration support for Ukrainians and their eligible family members living in Canada despite the Canada–Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) program having ended on July 15, 2023.
• As of April 1, 2026, individuals with valid open work permits issued under the Ukrainian public policy can apply to extend these permits for up to three years.
• The deadline to apply for such extensions is March 31, 2027, offering a significant window for eligible applicants.
• Visitors, study permit holders, and temporary resident permit holders from Ukraine can also apply to extend their temporary resident status through regular immigration channels.
• Applicants experiencing delays in renewing Ukrainian passports in Canada may still apply for status extensions; these cases will be assessed individually to accommodate exceptional circumstances.
• Additionally, those awaiting permanent residence decisions under the Ukrainian pathway, which closed on October 22, 2024, can maintain their ability to work, study, or stay in Canada by applying for open work or study permits.
• Applicants are advised to request updated temporary resident documents (IMM 1442) with the 'CUAET' remark if missing from their current documents.
• Priority processing is available for temporary resident permit extension applications by marking the application envelope 'Urgent - Priority Processing.' Applicants should submit new passport copies promptly if received during the extension processing period.
• These measures demonstrate Canada's ongoing commitment to supporting Ukrainians in Canada through flexible immigration options and administrative accommodations, ensuring continued access to work and study opportunities while awaiting permanent residence outcomes.

• Extension of open work permits issued under the Ukrainian public policy for up to three years starting April 1, 2026.
• Temporary resident status extensions available through regular immigration channels for Ukrainians in Canada.
• Priority processing for temporary resident permit extension applications.
• Allowance for status extensions despite delays in Ukrainian passport renewals.

• Ukrainians and their eligible family members living in Canada with valid open work permits issued under the Ukrainian public policy.
• Visitors, study permit holders, and temporary resident permit holders from Ukraine in Canada.
• Applicants awaiting permanent residence decisions under the Ukrainian pathway.

• Apply to extend open work permits before the deadline of March 31, 2027.
• Request updated temporary resident documents (IMM 1442) with the 'CUAET' remark if missing.
• Mark the application envelope 'Urgent - Priority Processing' for priority processing of temporary resident permit extensions.
• Submit new passport copies promptly if received during the extension processing period.

• CUAET program ended July 15, 2023.
• Open work permit extension eligibility starts April 1, 2026.
• Deadline to apply for open work permit extensions is March 31, 2027.
• Ukrainian pathway for permanent residence closed October 22, 2024.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/ukraine-measures.html