Pilot project to help
asylum seekers join the tourism sector
Project presentation
This pilot project of research and innovation, financed by the Ministère de l’Emploi et de la Solidarité sociale, is scheduled to run for 3 years (2023-2026), offering services and professional support for asylum seekers in Quebec. The project aims to integrate and maintain 1,000 participants per year in the tourism sector in the province of Quebec.
The pilot project was created with the financial contribution of the Government of Quebec and is part of the measures provided for in the 2023–2024 Budget to support the regionalization and integration of asylum seekers into the labour market.
About the Conseil québécois des ressources humaines du tourisme (CQRHT)
For 25 years, the Quebec Council for Human Resources in Tourism (CQRHT) has been implementing structured and innovative actions by consulting with industry partners while providing relevant information and adequate tools for the benefit of tourism businesses and its workforce. This approach defines our purpose and our three main strategic orientations. Whether it is training and skills recognition, human resources management practices and seasonality, or workforce data, we engage with our partners in the tourism industry to put our resources and knowledge to work for business owners, managers, and employees.
For any questions or requests for additional information, do not hesitate to contact the CQRHT at the following coordinates: