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In conclusion, I'd like to give the following recommendations:
First, funding for settlement and integration in Canada needs to authentically include reconciliation with indigenous people and recognize the devastating role that racism plays in creating barriers for newcomers while they settle in Canada.
Second, funding and contract decisions should more often take into consideration the local context, since wide-encompassing national decisions often leave out or discount what is needed in the smaller provinces or cities.
Third, recognize that English-language training is more than just a ticket for newcomers to receive Canadian citizenship, and cutting off access to IRCC funding afterwards prevents holistic integration. English-language training in CLBs 5 to 8 are essential for newcomers to be successful in our communities.
Last, the federal government needs to put more money into employment programming that not only educates newcomers but focuses on employers and their role in the settlement process.
I'd like to thank the committee for their time today. I am happy to answer any questions members may have.