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December 3rd, 2014

NDP motion demands respect for live-in caregivers

Yesterday, NDP Critic for Employment and Social Development Jinny Sims introduced a motion in Parliament calling on the Conservative government to remove the caps on permanent resident applications for live-in caregivers.

“These caps to permanent resident applications are arbitrary and they target the Filipino community here in Canada,” said Sims. “I’m calling on Conservatives and Liberals to put their politics aside and support my motion to remove these unfair caps.”

The caps to applications introduced by Immigration Minister Chris Alexander could mean that almost 1500 fewer caregivers will have the opportunity to apply for permanent residency.

“We’ve seen how much damage these caps have caused in other immigration categories, such as family reunification,” added Sims. “We know these caps are wrong and that’s why we’re taking action to stop them. Live-in caregivers deserve respect in Canada.”

The full text of the motion introduced by Sims:

M-549 — December 1, 2014 — Ms. Sims (Newton—North Delta) — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should remove the cap on Permanent Resident applications for individuals applying through the Live-In Caregiver Program, and grant Permanent Resident status to all interested caregivers immediately upon arrival in Canada.