Newcomer Resources & Support
Settlement support for Ukrainians arriving in Ontario.
Since the CUAET program launched in March 2022, UCC-OPC has coordinated settlement support across Ontario with our branches and partners. Below we have compiled information, templates, and resources so newcomers can understand their rights, advocate for their community, and build a new life in Canada.
Important Information for CUAET Holders
Deadlines, work/study permit extensions, and what CUAET status means for you now.
UCC-OPC Response to Ontario
Our official advocacy letter to the Province of Ontario.
Sample Letters to Government
Ready-to-use templates for writing to your MPP and Ministers.
Meeting with Your MPP
Key talking points and tips when you sit down with your representative.
Help Finding a Job
Employment resources, credential recognition, and support programs.
General Settlement Information
Housing, healthcare, schooling, banking, and getting started in Canada.
The Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) was a special visa measure introduced in March 2022 allowing Ukrainians and their immediate family members to come to Canada quickly. CUAET visas are no longer being issued, but holders who arrived in Canada may be eligible for temporary resident permit extensions or other immigration pathways. Contact IRCC or a regulated immigration consultant to understand your current status.
UCC-OPC coordinates settlement services across Ontario through our member branches and partner organizations. We can connect you with housing support, language training (English and Ukrainian), employment resources, legal guidance, school enrollment assistance, and community programs. Contact us or visit your nearest UCC branch to get started.
Yes. Most CUAET holders received an open work permit or were eligible to apply for one, allowing them to work for any employer in Canada. If your permit is expiring, you may be able to apply for an extension through IRCC. Ensure you apply well before your current permit expires to maintain your ability to work legally.
Many of our 9 UCC branches and 11 organized communities across Ontario offer Ukrainian-language services including cultural programs, language classes, legal clinics, and social gatherings. Use our branch locator to find the nearest community hub, or contact our provincial office and we will connect you with local resources.
Children in Ontario have the right to attend publicly funded schools regardless of immigration status. Contact your local school board directly — most have welcome centres or international student offices equipped to support newcomer families. You will generally need proof of address, immunization records, and any previous school reports. UCC-OPC can help connect you with board contacts and translation support if needed.