Agenda Available
10th Annual Pathways to Prosperity National Conference and the National LIP Network Summit
November 14–15, 2022: P2P 2022 National Conference
November 16, 2022: P2P Conference for LIPs and RIF
November 17, 2022: National LIP Network Summit
In-person at the Westin Hotel, Ottawa and Virtual Sessions
The 10th Annual Pathways to Prosperity National Conference and the Pathways to Prosperity Conference for Local Immigration Partnerships and Réseaux en immigration francophone will take place at the Westin Hotel in Ottawa on Monday November 14 to Wednesday November 16, 2022. There will also be remote access to some components of the Conference for those who cannot attend in person. In addition, all registrants will have access to the Virtual Workshop Series to take place in January – March 2023.
This is an exciting time for the Pathways to Prosperity Partnership. In 2022 we are celebrating 10 years of P2P and a return to an in-person conference, with a twist: the hybrid format. Whether you will be joining us in person or remotely, we have lots of surprises and new activities planned. This is your invitation to join us!
The theme of the conference is Next Gen Canada: Immigration and Diversity as Pathways to Prosperity. To celebrate where we are today and look ahead, we will be honouring the foundations of immigration and settlement in Canada and embarking on a journey of planning for the future. This is a chance to learn from the people who helped build immigration and settlement in Canada and discuss the way forward to continue our successes. It will be an opportunity to share your expertise and experiences, learn from others, catch up with friends and colleagues, and expand your networks. Join researchers, service providers, Local Immigration Partnerships, Réseaux en immigration francophone, representatives of all levels of government, and others working in the area of immigration for a three-day event.
Read More »New Videos and Briefs Available
Developing an Evidence Base and Sharing Settlement and Integration Practices that Work
Pathways to Prosperity is pleased to announce that new videos and briefs on promising practices in settlement and integration are now available on the P2P website.
Featured Practices
MIRRORS: A Reflection of Immigrant Women Building Healthy Relationships
S.H.A.D.E. (Safe Housing And Directed Empowerment) Inc.
MIRRORS is a multi-week program for immigrant and refugee women who experience gender-based violence/domestic abuse and/or family violence. The three objectives of MIRRORS are: to empower participants to strengthen their mental health and build confidence to establish healthy relationships with themselves, their children, and others; to reduce participants’ isolation and increase their sense of belonging, safety, and confidence in life in Canada; and to reduce and/or eliminate participants’ exposure to and incidence of violent and abusive situations.
Karma Connections: Youth Pre-employment Program
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House (SVNH)
Karma Connections is a 2-week program composed of pre-employment training workshops and group volunteer placements for newcomer youth. The program aims to equip newcomer youth with information on what employment looks like in Canada, including their rights as employees, how to begin their job search, the type of documentation needed for the job search, and what to expect during an interview. Moreover, the program aims to introduce newcomer youth to volunteering to help them improve their soft skills (such as teamwork, leadership, communication skills, and time management) and to create a bond with the community.
Latest Media Stories
Financial Post – Sean Fraser: ‘Unacceptable’ that immigrant surgeons are working as taxi drivers
Immigration Minister Sean Fraser said changes to Canada’s immigration program next year will rebalance the world’s “most powerful economic migration system” in a way that will help hospitals, builders and other employers address chronic labour shortages, as opposed to focusing mainly on “highly skilled workers.” https://financialpost.com/news/economy/immigration-canada-sean-fraser-labour-shortages... Read more »
Globe and Mail – Afghans Who Worked on Canadian-Funded Projects Feel Abandoned Waiting for Refuge in Pakistan
A group of Afghans who worked on Canadian-funded projects intended to promote the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan say they are now stuck in neighbouring Pakistan, more than a year after they thought they would be resettled in Canada. This week, in a quiet office on a busy... Read more »
CBC News – Warrants Executed in June Targeted 2 P.E.I. Farm Businesses Suspected of Illegal Acts
Canadian Nectar Products and Island Gold Honey, both of which have Montague addresses, were named in a search warrant that was executed by Canada Border Service Agency investigators on June 21 of this year. The search warrant alleges workers were lured to Prince Edward Island with the promise of employment... Read more »