WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO
- The Bravery Foundation is a Canadian CRA registered charity located in Kelowna, BC
- We provide humanitarian aid to Ukraine and support displaced Ukrainians, refugees and volunteers serving in Ukraine
- We issue tax receipts for donations $10 and over
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT NEWS RELEASES
February 27, 2025 — Ottawa, Ontario
As Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine continues, Canada remains committed to supporting Ukrainians and their family members who have sought a temporary safe haven in Canada. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2025/02/canada-extends-some-temporary-measures-for-ukrainians.html
Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that Ukrainians and their family members who arrived in Canada under the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) on or before March 31, 2024, will now have until March 31, 2026, to apply for a new open work permit valid for up to three years, renew an existing work permit, or apply for a new study permit, subject to standard fees. Those who wish to renew their status as a visitor or student can continue to apply to renew as they have.
These temporary measures will allow Ukrainians and their family members to continue to work and study in Canada during this difficult time, and eventually return home when it is safe to do so.
Access to free settlement services for all Ukrainian temporary residents and their family members in Canada are available until March 31, 2025.
We continue to evaluate how our immigration programs can best support people affected by the war in Ukraine.
Learn more about the immigration measures and support for Ukrainians and their families.
Quotes
“Canada remains committed to supporting the people of Ukraine and their families as the war continues by providing safety. That is why, through this extension, our aim is to offer protection while recognizing the long-term goal for many to return home when it is safe and there is a proper peace. We continue to stand with Ukraine and its people.”
– The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
Quick Facts
Contacts
Contacts for media only
Renée LeBlanc ProctorPress Secretary
Minister’s Office
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
[email protected]
Media Relations
Communications Sector
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-952-1650
[email protected]
As Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine continues, Canada remains committed to supporting Ukrainians and their family members who have sought a temporary safe haven in Canada. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2025/02/canada-extends-some-temporary-measures-for-ukrainians.html
Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that Ukrainians and their family members who arrived in Canada under the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) on or before March 31, 2024, will now have until March 31, 2026, to apply for a new open work permit valid for up to three years, renew an existing work permit, or apply for a new study permit, subject to standard fees. Those who wish to renew their status as a visitor or student can continue to apply to renew as they have.
These temporary measures will allow Ukrainians and their family members to continue to work and study in Canada during this difficult time, and eventually return home when it is safe to do so.
Access to free settlement services for all Ukrainian temporary residents and their family members in Canada are available until March 31, 2025.
We continue to evaluate how our immigration programs can best support people affected by the war in Ukraine.
Learn more about the immigration measures and support for Ukrainians and their families.
Quotes
“Canada remains committed to supporting the people of Ukraine and their families as the war continues by providing safety. That is why, through this extension, our aim is to offer protection while recognizing the long-term goal for many to return home when it is safe and there is a proper peace. We continue to stand with Ukraine and its people.”
– The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
Quick Facts
- The Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) was launched in March 2022 as a temporary special measure to provide immediate assistance to Ukrainians fleeing the war in Ukraine.
- Nearly 300,000 Ukrainians and their family members were welcomed to Canada under CUAET.
- Ukrainians and their family members arriving under CUAET were also provided federally-funded settlement services and in-Canada supports, including transitional financial support and temporary accommodations.
- All CUAET clients in Canada must apply to extend their status before the expiry date of their current visitor record, work or study permit. If they apply before the expiry date, they can continue working or studying with maintained status until we make a decision on their application.
- Ukrainians can still apply to extend their temporary status in Canada, even if their passport is not up-to-date. Each case will be assessed on an individual basis.
- The Canada Border Services Agency currently has an Administrative Deferral of Removals in place for Ukraine.
Contacts
Contacts for media only
Renée LeBlanc ProctorPress Secretary
Minister’s Office
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
[email protected]
Media Relations
Communications Sector
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-952-1650
[email protected]
August 16, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario
Ukraine immigration measures for those who arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024: Open work permits
The information on this page is for you if you were approved under the CUAET measures and you arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024. If you arrived after this date, you must meet the eligibility requirements to apply for a work permit under the regular process.
You may be eligible for an open work permit under the Ukraine immigration measures if you meet both of the following requirements:
Deadline to submit your application
You must submit your application on or before March 31, 2025.
How to apply: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/ukraine-measures/ukraine-open-work-permit-march-31.html
Ukraine immigration measures for those who arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024: Open work permits
The information on this page is for you if you were approved under the CUAET measures and you arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024. If you arrived after this date, you must meet the eligibility requirements to apply for a work permit under the regular process.
You may be eligible for an open work permit under the Ukraine immigration measures if you meet both of the following requirements:
- You were approved under the CUAET measures, and you arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024.
- You’re currently in Canada with valid temporary resident status under the CUAET measures.
- can apply to get a new open work permit that’s valid for up to 3 years
- can apply to extend your current open work permit
Deadline to submit your application
You must submit your application on or before March 31, 2025.
How to apply: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/ukraine-measures/ukraine-open-work-permit-march-31.html
April 9, 2022 - Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister today announced an additional $100 million in humanitarian support to respond to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and neighbouring countries, helping to provide added emergency health services, including trauma care, protection, and necessities such as shelter, water, and food. These funds will be allocated to experienced humanitarian partners who are best positioned to reach those most in need, quickly and efficiently. With today’s announcement, Canada has provided $245 million since January 2022 in humanitarian assistance to respond to the impacts the conflict in Ukraine. Click on link below to read more.
Сьогодні прем’єр-міністр оголосив про додаткові 100 мільйонів доларів на гуманітарну підтримку для реагування на загострення гуманітарної кризи в Україні та сусідніх країнах, допомагаючи надавати додаткові послуги екстреної медичної допомоги, включаючи допомогу при травмах, захист та необхідні речі, такі як житло, вода та їжа. . Ці кошти будуть виділені досвідченим гуманітарним партнерам, які мають найкращі можливості швидко та ефективно охопити тих, хто найбільше потребує. З сьогоднішнім оголошенням Канада надала 245 мільйонів доларів з січня 2022 року гуманітарної допомоги для реагування на наслідки конфлікту в Україні. Натисніть на посилання нижче, щоб прочитати більше.
Contact Info/Контактна інформація
March 17, 2022 - Ottawa, Ontario
The resiliency and courage of Ukrainians have inspired the world, and Canada is unwavering in its commitment to provide support to Ukraine as it fights for its sovereignty and for the democratic ideals that our countries share. In response to Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today announced the launch of the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET). The CUAET is a special, accelerated temporary residence pathway for Ukrainians seeking safe haven in Canada while the war in their home country continues.
Стійкість і мужність українців надихнули світ, і Канада непохитно прагне надати підтримку Україні, коли вона бореться за свій суверенітет та за демократичні ідеали, які поділяють наші країни. У відповідь на повномасштабне вторгнення Володимира Путіна в Україну Шановний Шон Фрейзер, міністр імміграції, біженців та громадянства, сьогодні оголосив про запуск Канадсько-українського дозволу на екстрені поїздки (CUAET). CUAET – це особливий, прискорений шлях тимчасового проживання для українців, які шукають безпечного притулку в Канаді, поки триває війна в їхній рідній країні.
Contact Info/Контактна інформація
The Prime Minister today announced an additional $100 million in humanitarian support to respond to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and neighbouring countries, helping to provide added emergency health services, including trauma care, protection, and necessities such as shelter, water, and food. These funds will be allocated to experienced humanitarian partners who are best positioned to reach those most in need, quickly and efficiently. With today’s announcement, Canada has provided $245 million since January 2022 in humanitarian assistance to respond to the impacts the conflict in Ukraine. Click on link below to read more.
Сьогодні прем’єр-міністр оголосив про додаткові 100 мільйонів доларів на гуманітарну підтримку для реагування на загострення гуманітарної кризи в Україні та сусідніх країнах, допомагаючи надавати додаткові послуги екстреної медичної допомоги, включаючи допомогу при травмах, захист та необхідні речі, такі як житло, вода та їжа. . Ці кошти будуть виділені досвідченим гуманітарним партнерам, які мають найкращі можливості швидко та ефективно охопити тих, хто найбільше потребує. З сьогоднішнім оголошенням Канада надала 245 мільйонів доларів з січня 2022 року гуманітарної допомоги для реагування на наслідки конфлікту в Україні. Натисніть на посилання нижче, щоб прочитати більше.
Contact Info/Контактна інформація
- Website/Веб-сайт: https://pm.gc.ca/en/news/news-releases/2022/04/09/prime-minister-co-convenes-stand-ukraine-pledging-event
March 17, 2022 - Ottawa, Ontario
The resiliency and courage of Ukrainians have inspired the world, and Canada is unwavering in its commitment to provide support to Ukraine as it fights for its sovereignty and for the democratic ideals that our countries share. In response to Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today announced the launch of the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET). The CUAET is a special, accelerated temporary residence pathway for Ukrainians seeking safe haven in Canada while the war in their home country continues.
Стійкість і мужність українців надихнули світ, і Канада непохитно прагне надати підтримку Україні, коли вона бореться за свій суверенітет та за демократичні ідеали, які поділяють наші країни. У відповідь на повномасштабне вторгнення Володимира Путіна в Україну Шановний Шон Фрейзер, міністр імміграції, біженців та громадянства, сьогодні оголосив про запуск Канадсько-українського дозволу на екстрені поїздки (CUAET). CUAET – це особливий, прискорений шлях тимчасового проживання для українців, які шукають безпечного притулку в Канаді, поки триває війна в їхній рідній країні.
Contact Info/Контактна інформація
