Resettled refugees are refugees who are selected overseas by Canadian officials. Upon arrival in Canada, they receive Permanent Resident status.
Refugees & Resettlement
Refugee Pathways to Settlement
This 2017 video explained the different pathways for refugees coming to Canada, including privately-sponsored refugees, government-assisted refugees, blended visa office-referred
Social Media, Technology and Settlement Services
For the cohort of Syrian refugees, there has been a rise in the use of social media, such as WhatsApp
The Syrian Refugee Initiative in BC
This 2017 meeting brought together stakeholders from across the province to integrate insights from the Syrian Refugee Initiative and identify
Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) 2016 Meeting
The Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) Meeting held on September 27th, 2016, brought together representatives from each SWIS contract to
Immigrant and Refugee Children in Settlement Programming
These web videos focus on highlighting the issues and needs of immigrant and refugee children and providing settlement workers with
Virtual Settlement Learning Exchange
AMSSA’s first Virtual Settlement Learning Exchange held on February 24, 2016 was an interactive day of exchanging knowledge, resources and
Trauma Informed Practice: Supporting Clients Who Have Experienced Complex Trauma
Individuals who have experienced traumatic events may have challenges in various life domains. Complex trauma can result in elevated risks
Syrian Refugee Culture Orientation
This video is a Syrian Refugee Cultural Profile presented by Huda Bukhara, Arab Community Centre of Toronto on December 7
Supporting Mental Health for BC’s Most Vulnerable Newcomers
Date: September 29, 2015 Location: Surrey City Hall, Surrey Good mental and physical health is a key outcome of successful settlement