PROJECT STARFISH
As Honourable UN Ambassador, Bob Rae, stated, "We must find a way to balance the collective ecosystem's economic & humanitarian needs for progress."
Therefore the France Canada Chamber of Commerce (ON, MB), in collaboration with IOM UN Migration, have launched Project Starfish: an initiative dedicated to providing displaced talent around the world with opportunities for meaningful & equitable livelihoods.
Amy Pope
Director General,
IOM UN Migration
Riva Walia
Founding Managing Director,
FCCCO (ON, MB)
Our Mission & Purpose
Project Starfish aims to cultivate an ecosystem whereby the displaced talent of the world can enter Canada as contributing members of the Canadian economy, either as permanent residents or work permit holders. This allows such individuals to thrive as empowered and integrated members of society, instead of solely as refugees.
Project Starfish helps displaced talent by:
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Prepare for job interviews while residing in refugee camps
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Provide resume writing services
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Connect displaced talent to job opportunities in Canada through FCCCO's members
Our Trusted Collaborators
The France Canada Chamber of Commerce (ON, MB), in partnership with the International Organization for Migration and Fragomen, is developing Project Starfish: an initiative designed to create meaningful opportunities for displaced individuals, enabling them to lead dignified lives while making valuable contributions to the economy.
The Change We Create
Empowers displaced individuals by providing meaningful employment opportunities that recognize and utilize their valuable skills and experience
Enhances a company's global outlook by creating active social impact and strengthening international affiliations
Fosters an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects global talent
Establish migration pathways using permanent residency and work permits, enabling displaced talents to be contributing members to the Canadian economy
Economic Contribution
Empowering migrants will help address shortages in sectors like healthcare, construction, and logistics, sustaining essential services/industries.
Humanitarian Contribution
Enabling migrants to meaningfully support their home countries through remittances, that will provide essential funding for education and healthcare.
“Migration is a powerful catalyst for development.”
Amy Pope, IOM Director-General
Global migration is not a passing trend, it is a defining movement of our time. By acting with purpose and turning challenges into opportunities, your company will drive forward a future built on adaptability and inclusion. Project Starfish delivers a direct opportunity to engage with this global movement and make a lasting impact.