• Standard Immigration   28 January 2026

Canada Extends Temporary Residence Options for Ukrainians Awaiting Family Reunification PR

Canada has taken another decisive humanitarian step by extending temporary residence options for Ukrainian nationals in Canada who are waiting for Family Reunification Permanent Residence (PR) approval.

This extended public policy ensures that Ukrainian families are not separated, and applicants can live, work, or study legally in Canada while their PR application is being processed.

The policy remains in effect until 31 March 2027, offering long-term protection and stability.

What This Canada Immigration Policy Means for Ukrainians

If you are a Ukrainian national in Canada with a Family Reunification PR application in process, this extension gives you the legal right to remain in Canada without fear of losing status.

Under this policy, eligible applicants can continue their life in Canada without interruption, even if their PR decision is still pending.

Key Advantages of the Temporary Residence Extension

This special measure allows Ukrainian applicants to:

Remain legally in Canada while PR processing continues
Apply for an Open Work Permit or extend an existing one
Apply for or extend a Study Permit
Extend or restore temporary resident status
Apply without an Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR)
Avoid overstaying, refusals, or status gaps

This is a critical opportunity to protect your legal status and secure your future in Canada.

Who Is Eligible for This Extension?

You should strongly consider applying if you:

• Are a Ukrainian citizen currently residing in Canada

• Have applied or will apply under Family Reunification Permanent Residence

• Hold or recently held a visitor, worker, or student status

• Want to continue working or studying legally in Canada

• Do not yet have PR approval but need status security

Why This Extension Is Extremely Important

PR applications can take time. Without this extension, many applicants risk:

 Losing legal status
 Being forced to stop working or studying
 Separation from family members
 Complications or refusals in future immigration applications

This policy removes those risks and gives families time, stability, and legal protection until PR is finalized.

Deadline: Act Before It’s Too Late

This public policy is valid until 31 March 2027, but applications should be submitted as early as possible to avoid last-minute issues, document gaps, or refusals.

Delays or incorrect submissions can still result in status loss, even under special measures.

Why Choose Stanstead Immigration Services (SIS)?

When your future in Canada is at stake, expert guidance matters.

Stanstead Immigration Services (SIS) offers:

• In-depth eligibility evaluation

• Temporary resident extension & restoration

• Open Work Permit and Study Permit applications

• Family Reunification PR assistance

• IRCC-compliant documentation & submission

• Professional support from start to finish

We ensure your application is accurate, strategic, and secure.

Secure Your Status. Protect Your Family. Build Your Future in Canada.

Canada has opened this door to protect Ukrainian families — don’t miss this opportunity.

Need expert guidance?
Contact Stanstead Immigration Services (SIS) today and let our licensed experts help you stay, work, study, and settle in Canada with confidence.