Summary of Temporary Protection in Times of Crisis: The European Union, Canada, and the Invasion of Ukraine

The authors compare he EU Temporary Protection Directive (TPD) and the Canadian Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) in terms of their date of activation, eligibility, visa policy, length of protection, ability to work or study, settlement and integration needs, any caps, long-term access to residence, financial assistance offered, and any costs or fees associated with accessing temporary protection. The authors conclude by considering the unprecedented utilization of temporary protection mechanisms and how this precedent will impact the long-term dynamics in immigration policy.