1. Objectifs

Intentions :
«This thesis is focused on Canada’s policies concerning caregivers in recent years, as well as the occupational and social mobility of these caregivers who became permanent residents through the Live-in Caregiver Program. [More specifically, this] thesis reveals the difficulties they faced during the life in the Live-in Caregiver Program and the challenges they continue to have after becoming permanent residents.» (iii-iv)

Questions/Hypothèses :
Author asks the following question: «[w]hat are the obstacles and challenges that caregivers face while in the Live-in Caregiver Program?» (p. 24)

2. Méthode

Échantillon/Matériau :
L’échantillon est composé de six aides familiales originaires des Philippines installées au Québec. Celles-ci sont âgées entre 38 et 45 ans.

Instruments :
Guide d’entretien semi-directif

Type de traitement des données :
Analyse de contenu

3. Résumé

In the light of her analysis, the author found that the «Canadian government, by establishing the Live-in Caregiver program and the new Caregiver Program, has amplified issues such as family separation for caregivers, and abuses by employers. The separation of family members, especially with husbands and children, occurs when the Canadian government does not allow caregivers to bring even their immediate family members.» (p. 83) Indeed, according to «the interviews conducted in this research, there are several factors which influence [the] decision [to continue to work as caregivers]. Those who have husbands tend to continue to work as caregivers, because for them the immigration process is much longer. The uncertainty of when their husbands will arrive in Canada makes the preparation for living accommodations and other details of daily living arrangements more difficult, and it is a significant obstacle for them to take a break from work to go to school. These caregivers tend to give their husbands the opportunity and the money to pursue education because they believe that it is easier for women to find jobs. If the spouses of a caregiver can accompany caregivers when they first come to Canada, by the time they become permanent residents, they could be well-adjusted to Canadian society. This would facilitate caregivers’ ability to go to school or participate in training programs.» (p. 84)