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Cultural Validation and Translation Review Toolkit
Cultural Validation is the process of bilingual, bi-cultural community members reviewing and providing feedback on content prior to translation, to make sure materials have the best possible framing and approach for the intended audience.Last updated Feb 13, 2025
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Template/Sample
A framework for delivering case management services to newcomers
The Case Management Framework by IRCC provides personalized support for vulnerable newcomers, ensuring access to essential settlement services. It coordinates assistance through wraparound care, service navigation, and follow-ups to help clients achieve stability and integration.Last updated Jan 31, 2025
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Research/Dataset
Pathways to Permanent Residency for French-Speaking Skilled Temporary Foreign Workers - Ontario
This report presents the highlights of a research project carried out by the firms Goss Gilroy Inc. (GGI) and Sociopol for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The purpose of this report is to understand the transition to permanent residence for French-speakingLast updated Jan 31, 2025
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Research/Dataset
Impact of Language Barriers on Newcomer’s Settlement
Language barriers significantly hinder newcomers' integration in Canada, affecting education, healthcare access, housing, and employment opportunities. Addressing these challenges requires tailored language instruction and improved support services to facilitate resettlement.Last updated Jan 29, 2025
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TEMPORARY MEASURES AVAILABLE FOR CUAET HOLDERS IN CANADA
Although CUAET special measures expired on March 31, 2024, Ukrainians who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for an open work permit or a study permit to extend their status in Canada:Last updated Jan 17, 2025
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Course/Training
Addressing Anti-Indigenous Racism in the Immigrant and Refugee-Serving Sector
This 4-module course is specifically aimed at assisting newcomer and migrant people who work in the immigrant and refugee-serving sector to learn about the past and present-day experiences of anti-Indigenous racism experienced by the original peoples of Canada.Last updated Jan 14, 2025
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Research/Dataset
The Immigrant Settlement Ecosystem in Canada: An Ontario Case Study
The IWYS Primary Research Composite Report explores the challenges and resilience of immigrant youth and women in Canada, focusing on their settlement experiences.Last updated Nov 25, 2024
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Best Practices/Practical Guide
AirBnB Donations for Ukrainian Temporary Residents
Airbnb has donated accommodations across the country for use by Ukrainian temporary residents and their dependents who are in urgent need of temporary housing.Last updated Nov 5, 2024
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Course/Training
Register for FREE access to our Financial Literacy for Facilitators course - Module 3 - Budgeting
Prosper Canada is pleased to share Module 3 from the Financial Literacy for Facilitators online course for free for a limited time.Last updated Oct 25, 2024
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Research/Dataset
Technology in the Settlement Sector Canadian Diversity
Last updated Jul 30, 2024
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Federal Court urges Ottawa to consider 'moral debt' owed to pandemic workers for immigration status
Adrian Humphreys The National Post Published Jan 09, 2023
“The moral debt owed to immigrants who worked on the frontlines to help protect vulnerable people in Canada during the first waves of the COVID-19 pandemic cannot be understated,” a judge said last year in a ruling for…
Published January 10, 2023
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A Norfolk County company wanted to hire Ukrainian refugees. First step? Build them a place to live
J.P. Antonacci The Hamilton Spectator Sat., Jan. 7, 2023
Olha Diletchuk first came to Titan Trailers near Courtland in June, one week after she and her two young children landed in Canada as refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine.
“I was ready to do any job just to stay here. I was…
Published January 10, 2023
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Refugee group says Ottawa will help bring 600 LGBTQ Afghans to Canada
Dylan Robertson The Canadian Press December 22 2022
An LGBTQ refugee group says Ottawa is helping resettle to Canada 600 Afghans who are fleeing persecution due to their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Earlier this week, Toronto-based Rainbow Railroad said it has only been…
Published December 29, 2022
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Newcomer YouTubers help immigrants get settled in Canada with advice and candid takes
Dakshana Bascaramurty The Globe and Mail 21 December 2022
The Idumota Market in Nigeria’s capital – also known as Lagos Island Market – is a dizzying warren of shops and street vendors selling house slippers, dresses, bottled water, wristwatches, knockoff designer purses, and…
Published December 22, 2022
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North Bay embraces Ukrainian student refugee
Chris Dawson Bay Today December 22, 2022
Yukhym Baranovskyi enjoys the community of North Bay.
"North Bay is a cozy city with very beautiful nature," the 22-year-old said.
"North Bay reminds me of my hometown with its architecture."
You see, home for Yukhym is the region of…
Published December 22, 2022
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New study shows that high rates of workplace injuries in Montreal involve immigrants
The Canadian Press 20 December 2022
A new study from a Montreal research institute for occupational health and safety estimates that up to 80 per cent of people who are injured at work in the city and require rehabilitation are immigrants.
Jessica Dube, a researcher with the…
Published December 21, 2022
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From war-torn countries to a peaceful place: How Afghan and Ukrainian newcomers are coping in Canada
Hayatullah Amanat CTV News Dec. 20, 2022
Some Afghan and Ukrainian newcomers to Canada say that although they are struggling with different challenges in their new country, they now feel safe and live in peace.
Since August of 2021, more than 26,000 Afghans have relocated to…
Published December 21, 2022
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Here’s how Syrian refugees who came to Canada say they’re doing — seven years later
Nicholas Keung The Star Sat., Dec. 17, 2022
Seven years after Canada opened its doors to Syrian refugees, that first cohort of newcomers say they feel good about their new lives, have remained friends with their sponsors and are hopeful for a better future.
However, many still…
Published December 20, 2022
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Canada reverses immigration decision to make it easier for families to reunite
Sarbmeet Singh · CBC News · Posted: Dec 13, 2022
Thousands of foreign nationals hoping to live in Canada are elated after Immigration Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced changes to how people coming to the country on a super visa can pay for their medical insurance.
L…
Published December 20, 2022
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Work skills must be central to Canadian immigration efforts
Pedro Barata, Steven Tobin Policy Options December 13, 2022
The federal government recently announced a significant increase in immigration targets for the next three years – welcoming almost 1.5 million people between 2023-25. The plan aims to address continuing labour…
Published December 20, 2022