National – Canada Appoints New Ukrainian Ambassador as Country Commemorates Hard-Won Independence

Canada has appointed a new ambassador to Ukraine, coinciding with the country’s annual independence celebration and ongoing struggle against the Russian invasion. Natalka Cmoc, a Ukrainian speaker with experience in human rights and security programming, has strong connections to both the Ukrainian community in Ukraine and Canada. According to Global Affairs Canada, Cmoc will serve …

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Expiration of Canada’s Temporary Visa Program for Ukrainians Escaping War on the Horizon – National

Canada is set to close applications for temporary emergency visas available to Ukrainians fleeing Russian aggression on Saturday, but has not yet announced plans for long-term refuge. Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine last year, Canada introduced the emergency visa as millions of people sought refuge from the conflict. The visa allows an unlimited number …

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