Refugees in Canada

The focus of this book is on the experiences of government-sponsored refugees in the early stages of integrating into Canadian society. Combining data gleaned from a longitudinal study of relatively recently arrived refugees in Calgary, Canada, with a close focus on the case of a physician from Colombia and his family, this volume illustrates how the cultural and social capital of refugees is marginalized and, in some cases, erased by the undervaluing of their education, training, credentials, and other knowledge. The findings presented in the book underscore the importance of addressing the challenge of integrating highly trained professionals into the professions for which they are credentialed.

Debunks stereotypes about the education level and work experiences of refugees who emigrate to Canada and other English-dominant countries. Addresses the challenge of integrating highly trained professionals into the profession for which they are trained. Suggests that public knowledge and policy changes are needed to help English-dominant countries attract highly skilled professionals and increase national wellbeing in the long-term

Autorentext

Thomas Ricento is Professor and Research Chair Emeritus in Education at the University of Calgary, Canada.

Inhalt
Chapter 1: The Problem.- Chapter 2: The Researcher and the Researched.- Chapter 3: The Study.- Chapter 4: The Martinez Family.- Chapter 5: Robert and Jacqueline.- Chapter 6: Challenges and a Way Forward.