Temporary Special Measures (CUAET): Canada’s Emergency Response for Ukrainians Current Situation (2026) CUAET extensions remain available until March 31, 2026 for eligible individuals What Is CUAET? CUAET stands for Canada–Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel. It is a temporary residence pathway, not a refugee program and not a direct permanent residence (PR) stream. Under CUAET, eligible Ukrainian nationals and their family members could apply for: Temporary resident visas (or extensions) Open work permits Study permits Visitor status for extended periods (up to 3 years) The goal was to remove many of the usual barriers and delays associated with immigration processing during a humanitarian crisis. Who Was Eligible? CUAET was available to: Ukrainian citizens Immediate family members of Ukrainian citizens (of any nationality) Application Status and Deadlines New CUAET applications from outside Canada closed in July 2023. Ukrainians who arrived in Canada under CUAET by March 31, 2024 remain eligible for: Work permit extensions Study permit extensions Temporary status extensions These extensions are available until March 31, 2026, allowing many Ukrainians to remain legally in Canada while exploring long-term options. Limitations of CUAET While CUAET provided safety and opportunity, it has important limitations: It does not guarantee permanent status Temporary status must be actively extended Long-term uncertainty remains for many participants Access to settlement services may differ from that of refugees