Hiding for survival: Highlighting the lived experiences of precarity and labor abuse among Filipino non-status migrants in Canada
Abstract
Non-status migrants are individuals who do not hold a valid immigration document or official status to stay in Canada. This case study in Calgary, AB conducted interviews on the experiences of non-status Filipino migrants seeking access to health, social, and community services. Challenges and risks to accessing services are discussed.
Notes
Future research / gaps identified:
Policy review, amendments and implementation is required to see long-term results
Key recommendations
Mandate status for all as a human right under the Charter of Rights and Freedom
Increase regulation of immigration consultants and TFW processes
Increase protection and supports for TFWs, especially due to COVID-19 precarity
Open access: No
Community organizations
Migrante Alberta
Integration timeline
Newcomers (not defined)
Key findings
Non-status migrants had little to no access to healthcare, education, social services, and legal rights
Stigma, hidden costs, and being in hiding created significant challenges to life in Canada
All participants wanted Permanent Resident status in Canada
Key populations
non-status Filipino migrants in Calgary, AB
Location
Calgary
Alberta