Canada Implements New Immigration Measures for Disaster Aid
On 2 April 2026, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced two new immigration measures in Ottawa aimed at assisting foreigners in Canada impacted by natural disasters. The first measure allows temporary residents, including international students and temporary foreign workers, to replace lost or damaged status documents and apply to restore or extend their immigration status or renew work and study permits, even if the standard 90-day restoration period has lapsed.
The second measure exempts foreign emergency services personnel from visa application fees and biometric collection charges, facilitating their rapid deployment during disaster response efforts. These measures will be active from 1 April 2026 to 30 November 2028, reflecting the Government of Canada's commitment to support communities facing the impacts of climate change.
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