1. Key Phases for Syrian Refugee Movement to Regina
Government Assisted Refugees Arrive at YQR
Meet with Regina Open Door Society (RODS) RAP Staff & 1st Language Interpreters
Travel to Reception Facilities (Reception House, Hotels, other) by Bus or Taxi
-may be located throughout Regina
Initial Welcome and Orientation – accommodations, emergency/safety information
Food cash allowance (e.g. current system for kitchenettes) or cafeteria style (no access to kitchenettes)
Government Assisted Refugees Arrive at Airport
Phase 2: Initial Reception (6weeks)
Primary Health Care Screening – Regina Community Clinic (RCC) - if sick transfer to local hospital
Resettlement Assistance Program Services
- Provincial Health Coverage and Interim Federal Health (IFH) activated immediately upon arrival - form filling – apply for Canada Child Tax Benefit, GST, Social Insurance Number, etc. and complete Statement of Income for taxes, Authorization forms - Finalization of Landing & Application for Permanent Residence - Open bank accounts and set up direct deposit - First language orientation – e.g. life in Regina, SK, Canada, housing, financial information…
Secure Permanent Rental Housing
- Basic household and furniture package provided
Travel to Reception Facilities at Designated Military Bases
Intro to Mental Health and Well-being – Initial Trauma screening - Regina Community Clinic (RCC)
Referrals
- Once housing has been obtained referrals to Newcomer Welcome Centre (NWC), Schools, Language & Employment assessments, ECD programs, etc.
Phase 1: Pre - Arrival Phase
Dental Screening (possibly)
Initial Orientation and Assistance
Children (birth – 5 years)
School – Age (6 – 18 years)
Adults (19 years and older)
High – Needs Refugees
Language assessments and referrals via NWC. Adults access Needs Assessments and Settlement Planning, Language classes and/or Continuing Education (young adults)
Children/Families registered in ECD and ECE programs, KidsFirst Regina, Family Centres, etc.
School orientation , language assessments, children/youth are registered in Schools via NWC. Families receive information and orientation to make informed school board choice (Catholic, French or Public)
Ensure referral/linkage to appropriate supports and resources
Case manage for months post arrival to provide targeted supports
Travel to YQR
Phase 3: Settlement (6 weeks -18months)
Settlement and Orientation – to SK, the local community , local resources, etc.
Referral (where appropriate) to targeted programming.
Adults/Families/Seniors matched with volunteer settlement mentors (as required)
Accompaniments and Home Visits
Referral (where appropriate) to targeted programming (e.g. youth )
Adults destined for the labour market – receive employment related assessments and services
Case conference as appropriate with government institutions, health authorities…