Planeload of Ukrainians seeking shelter in Canada lands in St. John's, N.L.
A plane carrying over 160 Ukrainian refugees landed in St. John's Monday evening.
The office worked with the incoming Ukrainians to sort out details like obtaining passports, visas, and transportation. Stan said he is still worried about his family back home — particularly his father, who is currently involved in the war — but is thankful for the opportunities the future may hold in Newfoundland.
Immigration Minister Gerry Byrne said Monday's flight is the first government-chartered plane bringing Ukrainian refugees to Canada, although thousands have already landed on Canadian soil since the Russian invasion in FebruaryCanada Border Services Agency data reveals over 19,000 Ukrainian arrivals in Canada so far this year, as Ottawa contends with a flood of applications from those seeking asylum. The federal government has approved over 90,000 temporary visa applications since mid-March.
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