IRCC continues pause on refugee sponsorship through Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
IRCC has extended the pause on new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors until December 31, 2026. Overview of official changes, exceptions, and alternatives for refugee sponsors.
New algorithm for delivering foreign passports via Nova Poshta
The Consular Service Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has updated the procedure for delivering foreign passports via Nova Poshta and other operators, introducing a single transparent algorithm for sending documents to embassies and consulates from November 24, 2025.
Passport Service begins trial operation in Toronto
DP “Document” has launched a trial operation of a new branch in Toronto. Passport services for Ukrainians in Canada are available by appointment.
28 points of the “peace plan” for Ukraine were presented
Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko has published a draft of Trump's 28-point “peace plan”: security guarantees, fixation of the occupation, and Russia's role in the world.
New disability assessment system: what Ukrainians in Canada need to know
Find out how Ukrainians in Canada can go through the new system for assessing daily functioning and apply for or renew disability status in Ukraine.
Alberta healthcare workers prepare to go on strike
AUPE has filed a 72-hour strike notice: Alberta healthcare workers are demanding higher wages, better working conditions, and fair treatment from the government.
Alberta may allow doctors to work simultaneously in the public and private healthcare systems
Alberta is considering allowing doctors to work in both the public and private healthcare systems. What will change for patients and medical professionals?
Alberta has chosen a new design for its license plates
Alberta has chosen a new license plate design featuring Moraine Lake. Find out how the contest went and when the new plates will hit the roads.
Canada nearly halves visa quota for foreigners
Canada plans to reduce the number of temporary visas by almost 43% in 2026. Find out who will be affected by the changes, the reasons for the reduction, and what to do if you are planning to move, work, or study.
How to digitize your employment record book abroad
Find out how to digitize your paper employment record book if you are not in Ukraine. Step-by-step instructions from the Pension Fund: requirements for scanned copies, the algorithm for submitting documents online, and special features for those who are abroad.
Multiple citizenship: what does it mean for Ukrainians in Canada?
Canada is among the top five countries for multiple citizenship in Ukraine. Start date: January 16, 2026: dual status without renouncing your passport; basic requirements and procedures remain unchanged.
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress has called for permanent status to be granted to Ukrainian migrants
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC) has called on the government to create a path to permanent residency for Ukrainians who arrived under the CUAET program. Thousands of Ukrainian migrants have been living and working in Canada for over two years, paying taxes and integrating into communities, but still do not have stable status. The UCC proposes to develop a program that will allow them to stay on a permanent basis.