Temporary measures to reunite families of Indigenous people separated by Canada’s border

Temporary measures are in place to make it easier for Indigenous people separated by Canada’s border to reunite with their family in Canada, with most fees waived. These measures will allow eligible Indigenous people whose family members live in Canada to

• work or study in Canada with some requirements waived
• extend their stay for up to 3 years (for those who are already in Canada)

We’re prioritizing these applications and waiving most associated application fees.

These temporary measures are in place while we work toward long-term solutions to address Indigenous border mobility challenges.