Canada relies on home care workers to provide essential support to individuals in need, including seniors and people with disabilities. Recognizing the growing demand for skilled caregivers and the challenges they face in securing stable immigration pathways, the Government of Canada has introduced the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots. These pilot programs are designed to attract and retain qualified home care workers by offering streamlined pathways to permanent residence. In this presentation we talk about the eligibility criteria for this program, supporting documents needed, forms, etc.
On the other hand, since February 26, 2025, a new public policy in Canada has allowed apprentices in certain construction trades to study without a study permit if their training is part of their apprenticeship program. To address significant labor shortages affecting infrastructure projects, the Government of Canada has introduced this temporary public policy, enabling certain construction apprentices to complete their required training without needing a separate study permit. In this presentation you will learn who can apply and how to prove eligibility.
Presented by Diana Gallego, Co-Executive Director, FCJ Refugee Centre, and Edgar Valderrama Medina, Immigration and Refugee Protection Manager, FCJ Refugee Centre
Published: March 2025
Languages: English and Spanish
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Esta sesión está diseñada para apoyar a los refugiados en Canadá mientras se preparan para sus próximas audiencias de refugio. Los participantes recibirán orientación práctica sobre qué esperar durante el proceso de audiencia, cómo compartir eficazmente su historia y consejos para presentar pruebas. El objetivo de la sesión es dotar a los asistentes de los conocimientos y la confianza necesarios para superar esta etapa crítica de su solicitud de asilo.
Presentado por Edgar Valderrama Medina, Gerente de Inmigración y Protección de Refugiados, FCJ Refugee Centre.
Publicado: Febrero 2025.
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This session is designed to support refugees in Canada as they prepare for their upcoming refugee hearings. Participants will receive practical guidance on what to expect during the hearing process, how to effectively share their story, and tips for presenting evidence. The session aims to empower attendees with the knowledge and confidence needed to navigate this critical step in their refugee claim journey.
Presented by Joshua Eisen, In-House Lawyer, FCJ Refugee Centre.
Published: January 2025.
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As part of our commitment to Access To Education, and considering the increasing number of newcomer families being wrongly informed on their kids’ right to education, this webinar goes over the general admission process in the Toronto school boards, with 2024-25 School Year updates.
Presented by Lina Abdul Khalek, Accses to Education Placement Student at FCJ Refugee Centre, with Stefan Enrique Joseph Kallikaden, FCJ Refugee Centre’s Youth and Access to Education Coordinador.
Published: November 2024.
This presentation is possible thanks to the support of Maytree.
Este webinar es un recorrido general por los conceptos básicos del proceso de refugio en Canadá.
Aprende cómo funciona, las diferentes formas en que podrían procesarte, las agencias gubernamentales involucradas, qué sucederá en tu audiencia, cómo puedes prepararte, qué hacer después, y mucho más.
Presentado por Edgar Valderrama Medina, Responsable del área de Inmigración y Protección de Refugiados, FCJ Refugee Centre.
This webinar is an overview of the basics of the refugee process in Canada.
Learn how it works, the different ways in which you could be processed, the government agencies involved, what will happen in your hearing, how you can prepare for it, what to do after, and much more.
Presented by Joshua Eisen, In-House Lawyer at FCJ Refugee Centre
During this session, our facilitator Maria Karimi provides a step-by-step guide on how to create a profile, search for jobs and apply for jobs through the Government of Canada’s Job Bank.
In doing so, Maria looks for jobs with employers who already have an LMIA – Labour Market Impact Assessment. An LMIA is the document that an employer in Canada may need to get before hiring a foreign worker. If the employer needs an LMIA, they must apply for one. Once the employer gets the LMIA, the foreign worker can apply for a closed work permit. (More information here).
Canada relies on home care workers to provide essential support to individuals in need, including seniors and people with disabilities. Recognizing the growing demand for skilled caregivers and the challenges they face in securing stable immigration pathways, the Government of Canada has introduced the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots. These pilot programs are designed to attract and retain qualified home care workers by offering streamlined pathways to permanent residence. In this presentation we talk about the eligibility criteria for this program, supporting documents needed, forms, etc.
Facilitated by Maria Karimi on February 9, 2024.