Private Sponsors: What they do
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Syrian refugees arrive in Canada and become permanent residents upon arrival.
Privately sponsored refugees are supported by their sponsors, who help them adjust to life in Canada
Reception and Orientation
- Help refugees complete any required initial government forms
- Give refugees an orientation to Canada and the community for 1 year
Housing and Financial Support
- Permanent housing
- Initial household start-up costs
- Living allowance for 1 year
On-going Social Support
Introduce refugees to community support groups and settlement services
- Healthcare
- Language Training
- Employment
- Childcare
- Transportation
- School
For more Information visit: Canada.ca/Refugees
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