Syrian: Syrian Refugees

syrian: It said the federal government should provide more funding for language training and ensure refugees have access to it immediately after they arrive, according to Globe and Mail. The committee called getting into the classes a cornerstone for successful integration, but said it heard from refugees about lengthy waits and trouble finding work because their English or French was limited. Read more The graffiti kids How an act of teenage rebellion sparked the Syrian war Read more For Syrian refugees, shift to provincial assistance is a financial challenge Read more One year after arrival, Syrian refugees continue to face employment barriers The report made 12 recommendations. Child care for parents going to classes was also an issue for some, particularly women. The committee also recommended the federal government develop a plan to address the mental-health needs of Syrian refugees who have endured trauma. Limited language skills pose a formidable obstacle, Senator Munson said. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.