Empowering Visible Minority Newcomer Women in Regina
From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Government Initiatives to Support Newcomer Women
March 11, 2019—Regina, SK—Canada is committed to providing newcomers the resources they need to thrive economically and socially. Supporting visible minority newcomer women is vital to their full integration and contribution to Canadian society.
Breaking Barriers in the Workforce
Newcomer women from visible minority groups often encounter numerous challenges, such as discrimination, unstable employment, and inadequate childcare options. To tackle these issues, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is allocating up to $5 million over two years to 10 service provider organizations across the nation, enhancing employment support services for these women.
The Conseil Économique et Coopératif de la Saskatchewan (CÉCS) is a key partner, offering resume workshops and job interview preparation sessions tailored to newcomer women. With an added $310,000 in funding, CÉCS can expand its services to reach more women in both urban and rural settings.
This funding is part of IRCC’s three-year Visible Minority Newcomer Women Pilot, which builds partnerships with organizations focused on women. IRCC will invest up to $7 million over the next three years to support innovative programs that help these women access the labor market.
Key Perspectives
“Employment is crucial for newcomers’ successful integration. Having a job not only contributes economically but also fosters dignity and belonging. This pilot program offers direct support to newcomer women facing employment barriers.”
– The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“Visible minority women often face significant challenges integrating into our community and economy. This funding allows us to assist more women in Regina with their job search.”
– The Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness
Fast Facts
- Visible minority newcomer women earn the lowest median annual income at $26,624. This is lower than both visible minority newcomer men ($35,574) and non-visible minority newcomer men ($42,591).
- The unemployment rate for visible minority newcomer women is 9.7%, surpassing that of visible minority men (8.5%) and non-visible minority men (6.4%), as per the 2016 Census.
Related Resources
Contact Information
Media Contacts Only
Mathieu Genest
Minister’s Office
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-954-1064
Media Relations
Communications Branch
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-952-1650
IRCC.COMMMediaRelations-RelationsmediasCOMM.IRCC@cic.gc.ca
FAQs About Supporting Newcomer Women
Why is this program important?
This program addresses key barriers faced by visible minority newcomer women, empowering them to integrate successfully into Canadian society.
What services does CÉCS provide?
CÉCS offers resume and job interview preparation sessions, along with job fairs, to assist newcomer women in entering the workforce.
How much funding is allocated to these programs?
IRCC has committed up to $5 million over two years for service providers and $7 million over three years for new partnerships.
Who benefits from this initiative?
Visible minority newcomer women, who face higher unemployment rates and lower incomes, are the primary beneficiaries of this support.
What is the aim of the Visible Minority Newcomer Women Pilot?
The pilot seeks to enhance employment opportunities and strengthen smaller organizations serving or led by visible minority women.
For more detailed information, Read our immigration guide.
