From “Migrant” to “Citizen”: Labor Market Integration of Former Live-In Caregivers in Canada:
2018
This study examines the impact of attaining
permanent residentstatus on the employment integration of migrant caregivers in Canada. The authors use survey data from 631 caregivers who arrived as migrants under a temporary
foreign workerprogram before transitioning to
permanent residency, as well as data from 47 focus group discussions. The authors find that although most caregivers do switch out of caregiving work over time, they often remain within a few, lower-skilled occupations. Postsecondary education acquired before migration has no impact on
occupational mobility. Caregivers’ lack of financial stability and the stigmatization of their employment experience often constrain their labor market options; moreover, an emotional bond and sense of obligation toward employers often hinder their ability to move out into other occupations, even after receiving legal
permanent residentstatus. From the empirical results, the authors provide theoretical insights into the complex relationship between immigrati...
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