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Shelly D’Mello - ICA programs for Integrating Refugees in Victoria

This interview with Shelly D’Mello, Chief Executive Officer of the Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria is part of the video series for the project "Governing irregular migration and refugees", co-funded by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation Canada.https://www.eucanet.org/governing-irr... Settling Newcomers in an Urban Setting: Integrating Refugees in Victoria. The video discusses the work of the Inter-Cultural Association (ICA) in Greater Victoria, highlighting its role in immigration, settlement, and integration programs. It emphasizes that change for good is happening, as more interconnected and complex issues surrounding migration are being addressed. One major challenge in integration is language; newcomers need language services not only to communicate but also to advocate for themselves and contribute to society. The video shows that shifts are occurring, demonstrating that immigrants, including those coming through programs like the ICA’s, are making positive contributions to Canada’s wellbeing. The video compares the settlement and integration experiences of economic immigrants and refugees, noting that refugees come to Canada out of necessity, not choice. Canada recognizes the differences between these two groups and adapts its programs accordingly to support their unique needs. The ICA’s Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program is praised for its community-driven, inclusive nature. It emphasizes the importance of not just monetary support, but the emotional and social support provided by the community. This unique aspect of the PSR program helps refugees with their mental health and provides them with a space to process grief and trauma. The video also highlights how the ICA’s programs positively impact Canadian society, fostering empathy and compassion. Immigrants are vital to Canada’s economic prosperity, though the video acknowledges the rise of anti-immigrant sentiment during election times, which can create divisive conversations. Finally, the video stresses the need for improvements in language and mental health services. If all necessary resources were available, the focus would be on addressing the social determinants of health, shifting from a scarcity mindset to a growth mindset, and recognizing the vital role immigration plays in improving the nation’s health and prosperity.EUCAnet (Europe Canada Network) is a hub for experts primarily located in Canada that work on European and Canadian current issues from a transatlantic perspective. These experts offer commentary and expertise and are available for media interviews and public talks. We are a public outreach platform – that makes scholarly knowledge available and meaningful to the public in times when the need for evidence based knowledge and public debate is crucial. Our goal is to foster the Canada Europe Transatlantic Dialogue with the aim of supporting the process of informing public policy making. Focus on : European Studies, Transatlantic Studies, Global Studies, Issues of Democracy, Populism, Memory Politics, Migration. Irregular Migration, Refugees Official Site: http://www.eucanet.org