On February 28, the federal government announced a one-year extension of the deadline for Ukrainians in Canada due to Russia’s invasion to apply for or renew temporary work and study visas under the Canada-Ukraine Emergency Travel Authorization program. The new deadline is now March 31, 2026. This decision reflects Canada’s continued support for Ukrainian refugees. However, access to free settlement services through this program will still end on March 31, 2025. This policy change is significant for thousands of Ukrainians integrating into Canadian society amid global geopolitical tensions.