Should I stay or should I go home? Newcomer employment experiences in mid-sized Canadian cities
Abstract
Despite changes to Canadian immigration policy to address declining labour market outcomes, many highly educated immigrants still face challenges when searching for career-related employment. Interviews with newcomers in Edmonton, Alberta and Winnipeg, Manitoba illustrate challenges and barriers in employment searching in Canada.
Notes
Integration timeline
3 months to 1 year post-arrival
Key findings
Many participants experienced disillusionment due to differences in pre-arrival and post-arrival expectations of employment
Many participants were surprised with the labour market barriers in Canada, and weren’t sure how to overcome them
Community organizations: n/a
Future research / gaps identified: n/a
Key populations
Newcomers to Edmonton or Winnipeg
Key recommendations
Create more equitable policies surrounding international credential recognition
Share more detailed information about potential employment opportunities and challenges upon arrival
Develop anti-racism initiatives against hiring
Locations
Edmonton
Alberta
Winnipeg
Manitoba
Open access – No