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Am I a Visitor Chart

This chart from West Scarborough Legal Services explains which immigration statuses in Canada are considered to be visitors by different immigration and social assistance bodies.

Status, Eligibility and Immigration Consequences Chart

This chart from West Scarborough Legal Services explains which newcomers can apply for Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and if there are potential consequences for their immigration status if they apply.

Immigration Status and Social Assistance Eligibility Chart

This chart from West Scarborough Legal Services explains which newcomers or citizens in Ontario are eligible for Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP).

Financial Assistance for Ukrainian Families

Ukrainian nationals and their spouses and children in Canada, regardless of their nationality, are eligible for the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET). This information sheet from Connecting Ottawa explains the financial assistance available to Ukrainians in Canada under CUAET.

Immigration et aide sociale

Enregistré le 14 juillet 2022

La présentation traite de l'incidence du statut d'immigrant sur l'admissibilité aux prestations d'aide sociale (Ontario au travail et Programme ontarien de soutien aux personnes handicapées - POSPH). Il couvrira également les impacts sur les demandes d'immigration lorsque vous recevez de l'aide sociale. Enfin,...

Options for Afghans seeking safety in Canada

Recorded on July 7, 2022

Many people are asking community and settlement workers for support and information about options for Afghan nationals seeking safety in Canada. This webinar provides details on pathways for Afghans seeking resettlement to Canada, including information about refugee sponsorships and special government programs.

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Ukrainians in Canada: Special Immigration Measures and Supports for Temporary Residents

Recorded on June 23, 2022

Many Ukrainians arriving in Canada are asking community and settlement workers for support and information. This webinar provides details on the Canada Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET), which allows Ukrainians to come to Canada as temporary residents.

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Special Immigration Measures for Ukrainians

This 3-page summary lists the Canadian government’s special measures relating to immigration and status of Ukrainians and their immediate family members in Canada.

A Pathway to End Violence Against Migrant Sex Workers: Access, Safety, Dignity and Justice

This resource is a guide for community workers on common legal and social problems faced by migrant sex workers. It provides legal information on the following legal topics in the context of migrant sex workers' rights:

• Criminal law
• Immigration law and immigration status
• Municipal law
• Labour and employment