This fact sheet provides an overview of the minimum standards that employers in the agriculture sector need to be aware of. The original document is available in both official languages on the Government of Manitoba website. In 2022, with funding from the Province of Manitoba, MANSO coordinated the translation of the document to Tagalog and…
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AMSSA: Migrant Worker Hub
The Migrant Worker Hub is a digital resource centre with tools and information to strengthen the knowledge and capacity of individuals, employers, unions, professional associations and organizations supporting Migrant Workers in British Columbia. Some of the content is specific to British Columbia, but some is relevant to those in all provinces (eg: webinar on ‘Recognizing…
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CCR – Forced Labour Happens in Canada: The wasaga/barrie case of Mexican migrant workers in Canada
In October 2019, the Canadian Council for Refugees (CCR) has published the infographic about forced labour issue in Canada. This could be used to raise awareness about cross-border cases of human trafficking in Canada. More information can be found here: https://ccrweb.ca/en/forced-labour-happens-canada
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Manitoba: Services and Supports for Newcomers with Temporary Immigration Status
The Manitoba Association of Newcomer Serving Organizations (MANSO) has 70+ member organizations across Manitoba that provide a range of settlement and integration services to newcomers. Many of these services are federally funded and eligibility is limited to permanent residents; however, some organizations have funding for services or programs to serve newcomers with temporary immigration status….
Read More...Multilingual brochure: Information for Newcomers to Canada: Truth & Reconciliation
This brochure is a project initiated by a group of students attending Red River College Polytech’s Social Innovation and Community Development program, in partnership with the Manitoba Association of Newcomer Serving Organizations (MANSO) and reviewed by Elder Paul Guimond. This project aims to provide information to newcomers to Canada on the true history of Indigenous-Settler…
Read More...Multilingual Factsheet: Getting a License as a Temporary Foreign Worker in Manitoba
Manitoba licensing laws require that non-residents obtain a Manitoba driver’s licence to continue driving in Manitoba three months after their arrival in the province. After arriving here, you will need to switch your valid licence to a Manitoba driver’s licence, so it is best to start this process as soon as possible. Temporary foreign agricultural…
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Multilingual factsheet: Temporary Foreign Workers – Your Rights are Protected
In Canada, the rights of all workers, including temporary foreign workers, are protected by law. If you are a temporary foreign worker, you have the same rights and protections as Canadians and permanent residents. Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has developed a multilingual guide, intended for temporary foreign workers hired under the Temporary Foreign Worker…
Read More...Multilingual Resource: Basics of Tenant Insurance Brochure
Did you know that as a renter in Manitoba, your landlord’s home insurance won’t cover your belongings in the event of a fire, theft, or damage? You’re also responsible for any damage that you cause to your building and for any accidental injuries incurred by someone while visiting the property. Even though you don’t own…
Read More...OHC: COVID-19 resources & public presentation for workers
The MFL Occupational Health Centre (OHC) is a community health centre funded by Winnipeg Regional Health Authority and donations. The Centre helps workers, employers, and joint health and safety committees to improve workplace health and safety conditions and eliminate hazards. Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, OHC has delivered several public presentations on topics…
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OHC: Stories of Newcomer Workers in Manitoba’s Food Processing Industry
OHC’s final report “Stories of Newcomer Workers in Manitoba’s Food Processing Industry” is now available, based on interviews they conducted with 11 workers from the Chinese and Eritrean communities. The report details the migration and work stories of newcomer workers in this industry, as well as their concerns, hopes and dreams. OHC has made 21…
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