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Financial support for refugees and asylum seekers

Abstract
Resettled refugees and asylum seekers receive financial support from federal and provincial governments, however they face costs and barriers unique to their circumstances.
Authors: Robert Falconer Publication Date: 7/1/2019

Publication Type: Journal Article

URL:https://www.policyschool.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Financial-Supports-for-Refugees-and-Asylum-Seekers-FINAL-version.pdf
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Community organizations: n/a

Key findings

1) Resettled refugees receive financial support from the government during their first year in Canada, but must start repaying a federal loan in years after.
2) Circumstances unique to refugees can create eligibility barriers for tax benefits and financial support

Open access – Yes

Future research / gaps identified: n/a

Integration timeline: less than 1 year

Key populations: refugees and asylum seekers

Key recommendations

Change tax and welfare policy to better support the unique needs of refugees and asylum seekers

Location: Calgary, Alberta


Collections refugee-experiences , resettlement-integration

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