Canada's emergency visa program for Ukrainians seeking refuge from the ongoing war will not be extended, reports The Globe & Mail, citing Immigration Minister Mark Miller.

Minister Miller stated his decision not to prolong the emergency visa program beyond the current deadline, which requires prospective applicants to arrive in Canada by the end of the month, as outlined in the article.

The report indicates that there is no active consideration for the continuation of the program at present.

However, Miller underscored Canada's commitment to maintaining flexibility in addressing the migration challenges arising from the war in Ukraine.

He highlighted the necessity for operational flexibility to respond effectively to any evolving developments in the region.

In March 2022, Canada launched the Canadian-Ukrainian Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET), facilitating the arrival of nearly 250,000 Ukrainians in the country thus far.

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The program offers urgent multi-annual work and residence permits, along with financial assistance and free temporary accommodation to those fleeing the war-torn region.

While new applications for CUAET are no longer being accepted, visa holders obtained under the program must ensure their arrival in Canada by the end of March to gain entry into the country.

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Thomas
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Troll John, go ahead and tell us how great Canada is.

Bob Boomehauer
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@Thomas, Canada is great. What shithole country do you hail from, moron.

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Justin
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If you are black, Muslim or Palestinian terrorist, Canada gladly accept you.

Bob Boomhauer
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@Justin, Posting the same thing under two different names? Loser trolls like you are pathetic. Fkn clown.

Justin
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@Bob Boomhauer, do not lecture me you piece of shit. FU

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ron
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but if you're black, gay or mexican.. just arrive, and Trudeau will personally give you a back massage

Bob Boomhauer
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@ron, Assholes like you are why we can't have nice things. Fkn clown.

Ron
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@Bob Boomhauer, enjoy your back massage from trudeau any time you like.

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