A lot of my clients feel that they are neglected.
As an example, I have somebody who just got her permanent residency, but that took 11 years. The marriage, unfortunately, fell apart. The first time she applied, it was refused, and then I stepped in and helped her. Even the second time around, it took at least three years. Is that acceptable? No, and especially not when you see families falling apart.
Let us remember that the number one pillar of Canadian immigration is family reunification. Is it materializing? If you were to ask me, in advocating for those caregivers, I would say no.
The other thing I should point out is about employers. I have clients who have been waiting for a number of years. IRCC has implemented a change in the caregiver program and committed to 12-month processing, but 12 months later, no one has been able to come on a work permit. Is that acceptable? No, and especially not in the case of somebody who is quadriplegic. Is it fair for employers to wait that long? No.
I speak very passionately about the caregivers, not solely because they are from the Philippines, as I help clients from all walks of life. In advocating for caregivers and employers, it isn't fair.