One of the challenges Filipino parents overseas face is raising their kids in another country. The childcare expenses in cities like Dubai, coupled with rent and lifestyle costs, make it difficult for them to live comfortably with their children.
This is the reason many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) opt to leave them in the Philippines. However, the pain from separation leaves many families dreaming of migrating to a country where they can be together while still getting a good life.
One of the countries many Filipinos with families prefer to migrate to is Canada. It has become the preferred retirement nation for many nationalities because of its benefits centered on families and children.
Below are a few of the things Filipino kids and families will get to enjoy if they decide to migrate to Canada:
The Government Cares
The Canadian government heavily invests in early learning and child care to help kids succeed in life. They have even allocated billions of dollars dedicated to supporting and providing high-quality child care for residents with kids—as high as $7.5 billion in 2016 and 2017. This is why education and health-care of children are being taken care of either for free or at very affordable rates
Culture Without Discrimination
Canadians are known worldwide as the nicest people in the world. Their welcoming culture helps Filipino kids adjust easily to the environment, and families to effectively settle down. The country’s international exposure and growing economy also make Canada an ideal location for families to retire.
Great Child Care Benefits
All families in Canada can receive up to $6,639 per child under the age of 6, and up to $5,602 per child aged 6 to 17 per year. This means that every month, the maximum Canada Child Benefit is $553.26 per month for a child under age 6, and $466.83 per month for a child age 6 to 17. Families with more than one child receive a CCB payment for each kid.
Amazing Monetary Benefits
Parenting is indeed stressful enough, and if you throw in the finances—it can put parents into a downward spiral. The Canada Child Benefit is an awesome boost to family bank as it helps with the cost of raising children under the age of 18. It also includes child disability benefits and any related provincial and territorial programs.
Don’t Fall for Visa Scam!
There are a lot of immigration companies in the UAE that offer a chance to migrate to Canada, but not all of them are registered with the ICCRC. A lot of families have fallen victim to scammers posing as immigration consultants to make quick cash. Be Alert. Be Aware!
Vision Consultancy has expert Filipino advisors that can help clear the doubts of Filipinos wanting to migrate to Canada with their kids. They provide free assessment and services that improve the chances of migration success. Last but not the least, Vision Consultancy is certified through ICCRC – Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council—a national regulatory body that serves and protects the public by overseeing licensed Immigration consultants with in-house immigration lawyer.
