Since 1992 · Vancouver, BC

Rights & dignity for every care worker

CDWCR is a volunteer-run non-profit supporting migrant domestic workers and caregivers through education, peer counselling, and advocacy.

Urgent

Help Re-open the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot

Starting March 31, 2026, IRCC will stop accepting new permanent-residence applications under the HCWIP — this pause runs until March 30, 2030. Take action now:

What We Do

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Peer Counselling

Free assistance on immigration, employment, human rights, and social services — from workers who understand your journey.

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Education & Workshops

Regular CareNet workshops on immigration, income tax, budgeting, employment standards, and health & wellness.

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Advocacy

Lobbying all levels of government to improve living and working conditions for migrant care workers in Canada.

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Community & Tsikahan

Informal Tsikahan/Chicahan gatherings — at the park or on Zoom — to connect, share, and support one another.

Upcoming Events

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Feb
2
CareNet

Study on Immigration – Latest Caregiver Program Updates

Register: [email protected]

Apr
6
CareNet

Income Tax Preparation – How to Fill Up an Income Tax Form

Register: [email protected]

Jun
22
CareNet

Health & Wellness – Self-Care, Mental Health & Stress Management

Register: [email protected]

Jul
13
Tsikahan

Tsikahan at the Park

Informal gathering open to all migrant care workers.

Nov
15
Fundraiser

Annual Fundraising Event

Support CDWCR's ongoing work for care worker rights.

News & Updates

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Our Community

CDWCR was established in December 1992 by women who immigrated to Canada under the Live-in Caregiver Program. We remain a 100% volunteer-run organization — proud of over 30 years serving care workers across BC.

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Join our community of care workers

Membership is open to domestic workers, former domestic workers, and community advocates. Just $5/year.

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