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One-Year Window Training Manual

This training manual, written by Connecting Ottawa, gives you the tools to successfully complete and submit a one-year window application. The manual is designed to help settlement workers assisting resettled refugees who are now permanent residents to apply for reunification with their immediate family members abroad.

Work Permit Letter

This is a letter to provide to employers to explain that employees on “expired” work permits are still able to work as long as they have applied to extend their permit.

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.