June 16 is International Domestic Workers Day. Join care workers in calling the new Immigration Minister, Lena Diab, to demand the reopening of the Care Worker Program — without caps and without unfair requirements.
Care workers look after Canadian children, the elderly, and the sick. Many have left their own families behind to do this essential work.
For decades, care workers have fought for permanent residency and basic rights — and they won. But the government responded with a limited, unfair program full of barriers and a cap on applications.
Then, on March 31, that program closed in just 4.5 hours, leaving tens of thousands of care workers shut out and at risk of deportation.
This is unfair — and care workers won’t be silent.
Sign up now to make a call on June 16. Let’s flood the Immigration Minister’s phone lines to demand Status for All!
Boletín mensual para trabajador@s migrantes agrícolas
Edición de junio 2025
✊ ¡Seguimos luchando por justicia para l@s trabajador@s migrantes!
Este mes de junio trae oportunidades para unirnos, apoyarnos y organizarnos por justicia para tod@s los trabajador@s migrantes. En este boletín, encontrará información sobre eventos, clínicas y espacios comunitarios. ¡Gracias por ser parte de esta lucha!
📍 ¿Dónde puede encontrarnos este mes?
¡Venga, platique con nosotr@s, reciba información y apoyo gratuito! Estaremos en los siguientes lugares:
🗓 Domingo 1 de junio 📍 Feria de Salud en Fenwick – de 2:00 p.m. a 5:00 p.m.
🗓 Jueves 5, 12, 18 y 26 de junio 📍 St. Alban’s Church Hub – de 5:00 p.m. a 7:00 p.m.
🗓 Viernes 6, 13, 20 y 27 de junio 📍 Shopping Nights – Plaza Fairview y área de Walmart-No Frills
🗓 Martes 10 de junio 📍 Fenwick – Clínica y Hub – de 6:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.
🎉 Eventos de MWAC
🗓 Martes 3 de junio Junta mensual de miembros (en línea)
🗓 Lunes 9 de junio 🎊 Noche Social en Niagara-on-the-Lake
Para recibir la dirección exacta e información de cómo asistir a estos eventos, por favor envíe un mensaje a Romina al 647-807-4722.
Mándenos un mensaje por WhatsApp al 647-807-4722 con la palabra ALIANZA para unirse a nuestra lista de anuncios. Esta lista es privada y confidencial.
⚠️ Reporte abuso y condiciones de trabajo inseguras
¿Está enfrentando abuso, faltas de respeto o condiciones inseguras en el trabajo o en su vivienda? ¡Usted tiene derechos y opciones! Pero es importante que guarde pruebas (fotos, mensajes, notas) de lo que está ocurriendo. Sin evidencia, puede ser más difícil actuar.
📲 Contáctese con Romina por WhatsApp al 647-807-4722 para conocer sus derechos y recibir apoyo. Todo lo que comparta es privado y confidencial.
👋🏿 Welcome to the latest newsletter! Here you will find news and activities for migrant farm workers this June.
Have news or ideas? ✅ Message Kit on WhatsApp: 905-324-2840
📰 News
📣Farm workers speak out: Almost 100 Caribbean workers and 200 Spanish-speaking workers filled out the survey – great job! 💪🏽 But we still need more voices. If you don’t speak up, the government will only hear from the bosses 😰
🏆 Tournament winners: Staphel and Ninja won the tournament on May 24! Congrats to all players and thanks to Lakemount Church for food and drinks.
🗣️✊🏾 Farm workers united!: On May 25-26, workers from Jamaica, Mexico, and Trinidad met together in Niagara. We talked about the government’s proposed farm work changes and our plan of action. When we unite together, we get stronger, safer, and more powerful!
Want to join next time? Message Kit at 905-324-2840.
🗓️ Events & Actions
⏳ NEW survey deadline: June 2!*Last chance* to speak up before the government makes decisions about changes to the farm work programs: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BDRD9X8short
💒 June 1, 7:30pm: CWOP church service at Cornerstone Church (Orchard Campus) in NOTL. Fellowship, encouragement, and snacks. Contact Donna for the bus: 905-394-0125
🙏🏾 June 4, 10am: Migrant justice prayer circle (Online). A monthly time for prayer, reflection, and encouragement. Everyone is welcome – join from your phone! Message Kit for the Zoom link
🏏 June 8, 2pm: CWOP cricket tournament – Niagara Clippers vs Vineland Lions. Veterans Memorial Park, NOTL. Transportation and food provided. Contact Donna.
👐 June 9, 7-9pm: Open Door Nights begin in NOTL! Fun monthly space to hang out, relax off the farm, and connect with friends off the farm. Games, photo booth, free giveaways, and more! 📍 Message Kit for location.
💒 June 15, 7:30pm: Father’s Day church service at Cornerstone Church, NOTL. Being away from family is hard, but you’re not alone – join us ❤️ Contact Donna for the bus.
👉🏾 June 22, 4:30-7:30pm: Fathers Day event at the Farmworker Hub in Virgil. Organized by Bridges Niagara.
🏏 June 22, 5:30pm: Mini-cricket game at Southridge Vineland!
Want to join in? Message Kit at 905-324-2840.
👥 Meetings
🤝 Workers unite across the border! On May 25, MWAC members in Ontario met with UFW farmworker members in Western New York who are winning unions at their farms! They shared what it was like before the union and how things got better: ✅ Overtime pay ✅ Paid holidays ✅ Right to be hired back next season
What changes do you want to see at your farm? 💭 Let’s talk! Message Kit at 905-324-2840
Upcoming meetings:
Monday, June 30, 8pm: Monthly farmworker members meeting (in-person!). Message Kit for location and transportation.
❓Any time: Got questions about EI, immigration, housing, or something else? Want a meeting at your bunkhouse or off farm? Message Kit to set it up. Your safety and privacy come first. 🔒
Thinking about joining a meeting in June? We’d love to see you! Just send a WhatsApp message to Kit at 905-324-2840.
Are you or someone you know planning to apply for permanent residency under Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) grounds? Join us on Sunday, May 25 for a 2-hour online workshop where we will guide you through everything you need to know — from eligibility to documentation and next steps.
Don’t miss this opportunity to get free, practical information for you and/or your family. Register below!
🗓 Date: Sunday, May 25, 2025
⏰ Time:
7:00 PM – Ontario
8:00 PM – New Brunswick
5:00 PM – Alberta
4:00 PM – British Columbia
📍Location: Online (Link will be shared upon registration)
UPDATE: Since we’re dealing with colder weather than anticipated, we’re now meeting indoors at a cafe nearby! Join us at Snakes & Lattes at 3pm for some hot chocolate.
📍Snakes and Lattes – https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xixe8uUvK4JY6c2MA
🕒 May 25 at 3pm
International students! Spring is finally here, the semester is over, and now we’re onto the next struggle: finding jobs and building our lives in Canada. Let’s hang out – come for a picnic in the park and meet with others like you. Bring your friends and family!
Food, music, games and a discussion about what our future holds when it comes to immigration and dignity at work.
This picnic is planned by international students in Migrant Students United chapters at Seneca College and George Brown College.
El gobierno canadiense está haciendo cambios en los programas de agricultura y ell Sector Mariscos. Pero, ¿beneficiarán estos cambios a los trabajadores y sus familias, o generarán más ganancias para los jefes?
Únase a nosotros este domingo 4 de mayo
🗓️ Fecha: Domingo, 4 de mayo ⏰ Hora: 3:30pm BC / 6:30pm Ontario / 7:30pm Atlantico.
Por qué y cuándo ocurrirán estos cambios
Cómo podemos usar nuestra voz juntos para alzarla por la justicia
Llena el formulario para registrarte ahora mismo y asegúrate de ser parte de esta increíble oportunidad para aprender y prepararte para los cambios que están por venir.
Welcome to the newest edition of Migrant Farmworkers United, your place to find all upcoming activities and important news!
Have something to share? Want to see something more included? ✅ Send a WhatsApp message to Kit at 905-324-2840.
📰 News
🗳️ ELECTION: On April 28, the new federal government will be decided in Canada. To stay updated, join the WhatsApp announcements or Facebook group! Message Kit to join: 905-324-2840.
‼️ NEW PROGRAM CHANGES: The Canadian government is creating a new program called the Agriculture and Fishery Processing Stream. But will these changes benefit workers and your families, or profit the bosses more?
Then, join the online meeting on May 4 to learn how & why these changes are happening – and how we can use our voice together to speak up for justice. Tap this link to sign up: actionnetwork.org/events/may4-focusgroup
🗓️ Events & Actions
📝 April 25-May 26: Online survey to speak up about changes to the farm work program: surveymonkey.com/r/mwacFW2025
🗣️ May 4, 6:30-8pm: Online meeting to learn how & why these changes are happening – and how we can use our voice together to speak up for justice. Tap this link to sign up: actionnetwork.org/events/may4-focusgroup
🁊 May 24, 7pm: Dominoes tournament in the Niagara Region. Message for location.
✊🏾 Ongoing: TREAT FARM WORKERS FAIR sticker action. Coming soon to a grocery store near you!
To learn more about these activities in May, send a WhatsApp message to Kit at 905-324-2840.
👥 Meetings
🤝🏾 April 28, 8pm: Monthly farmworker members meeting (online)
🗣️ May 4, 6:30-8pm: Online meeting to learn how & why program changes are happening – and how we can use our voice together to speak up for justice. Tap this link to sign up: actionnetwork.org/events/may4-focusgroup
🤝🏾 May 26, 8pm: Monthly farmworker members meeting (online)
Thinking about joining a meeting in May? We’d love to see you! Just send a WhatsApp message to Kit at 905-324-2840.
✅ Stay up-to-date
News and information is constantly changing. Make sure you’re on top of what’s going on!
Join the WhatsApp new announcements group. Tap this link to join: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FZNXnZLmZ0R3EKuNg7ZLix. Or send a WhatsApp message to Kit at 905-324-2840 with the words “EQUAL RIGHTS” to be added. This list is private and confidential.
Follow us on YouTube. More videos will be added each month, don’t miss out! Tap here to watch: youtube.com/mwaccanada
⚠️ Report abuse & unsafe work
As always, remember to get proof if you are facing any kind of disrespect, abuse, or unsafe conditions at work or at the bunkhouse. You have rights and options! But without any evidence, your options are limited.
Contact Kit on WhatsApp at 905-324-2840 to learn more about your rights. Everything you share is private and confidential. You are not alone. We are here for you.
On March 31, 2025, thousands of migrant caregivers were shut out of the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot (HCWIP). For many of us, it was the last chance to apply for permanent residency. For others, it was the only option left before our status expires. All the sacrifices we’ve made and the money spent have been wasted.
This is unfair, and we won’t accept it.
Join our open online meeting on Wednesday, April 16 at 8 PM EST | 5 PM PST to hear from each other, learn about your immigration options, and make a plan to fight back.
Please fill out our confidential form so we can best support you in taking action!
✨ Le invitamos a una sesión informativa gratuita en línea
¿Es trabajador/a agrícola temporal en Canadá y le preocupa si los nuevos aranceles impuestos por Estados Unidos le afectaran y como? ¿Quiere saber cuáles son sus derechos y cómo protegerse? ¿Quiere saber mas sobre acceso a beneficios como el seguro de desempleo?
🕰️ Hora:
7:00 p.m. Ontario / Quebec
5:00 p.m. Alberta
4:00 p.m. Columbia Británica (BC)
6:00 p.m. Centro de México
¡No se pierda esta oportunidad de conocer a más trabajador@s migrantes luchando por una vida digna para nosotr@s y nuestras familias!
✅ Hablemos sobre el acceso al seguro de desempleo ✅ Comparta sus experiencias y conéctese con otr@s trabajador@s ✅ Conozca si le van a afectar los aranceles como trabajador/a migrante en Canada ✅ Infórmese sobre sus derechos laborales
📌 Regístrese para recibir el enlace para la reunión. Su información es 100% confidencial.
