麻豆影视

Skip to main content

Canada to replace passports lost or damaged from wildfires for free

Share

Amid what鈥檚 being called Canada鈥檚 worst wildfire season of the century, the federal government is extending free document replacements to those impacted by the blazes.

Immigration Minister Sean Fraser Tuesday that the government will aid Canadians citizens, permanent residents and temporary residents who need to replace vital documents or to extend or restore their status in Canada.

According to the press release, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will replace lost, damaged, destroyed, or inaccessible documents due to the wildfires. This includes permanent resident cards, Canadian citizenship certificates, Canadian passports and other travel documents.

"These new measures will make it easier for Canadians, permanent residents and temporary residents to replace lost documents," said Fraser in a press release.

International students, temporary foreign workers, and other visitors impacted by wildfires whose status expires Sept. 30, 2023, will be eligible to apply to restore or extend their Canadian status for free.

"They will also help make sure temporary residents are not unduly penalized and are there to help rebuild our communities," added Fraser.

Temporary workers who are unable to work because of closed work sites can extend their status until their workplace reopens. International students can also extend their study permits if their classes are delayed or cancelled to finish their studies without penalty.

These measures will be in effect until Sept. 30, 2023, IRCC says.

More than 47,000 square kilometres have burned so far this year, with 431 wildfires currently burning across multiple provinces in Canada.

With files from The Canadian Press

CTVNews.ca Top Stories

Why brain aging can vary dramatically between people

Researchers are uncovering deeper insights into how the human brain ages and what factors may be tied to healthier cognitive aging, including exercising, avoiding tobacco, speaking a second language or even playing a musical instrument.

The union representing some 1,200 dockworkers at the Port of Montreal has overwhelmingly rejected a deal with their employers association.

A man who was critically injured in a police-involved shooting in Hamilton late Sunday afternoon has died in hospital, says the province鈥檚 police watchdog.

opinion

opinion How to transition from renting to owning a home in Canada

In his column for CTVNews.ca, personal finance contributor Christopher Liew offers a step-by-step guide on how to make the shift from renting to becoming a homeowner, and what you can start doing today to help the process go smoother.

Local Spotlight

For the second year in a row, the 鈥楪ift-a-Family鈥 campaign is hoping to make the holidays happier for children and families in need throughout Barrie.

Some of the most prolific photographers behind CTV Skywatch Pics of the Day use the medium for fun, therapy, and connection.

A young family from Codroy Valley, N.L., is happy to be on land and resting with their newborn daughter, Miley, after an overwhelming, yet exciting experience at sea.

As Connor Nijsse prepared to remove some old drywall during his garage renovation, he feared the worst.

A group of women in Chester, N.S., has been busy on the weekends making quilts 鈥 not for themselves, but for those in need.

A Vancouver artist whose streetside singing led to a chance encounter with one of the world's biggest musicians is encouraging aspiring performers to try their hand at busking.

Ten-thousand hand-knit poppies were taken from the Sanctuary Arts Centre and displayed on the fence surrounding the Dartmouth Cenotaph on Monday.

A Vancouver man is saying goodbye to his nine-to-five and embarking on a road trip from the Canadian Arctic to Antarctica.

Stay Connected