Mandate
The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MSSS) mandates Santé Québec, through the Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux (CIUSSS) of West-Central Montreal, to administer the PRAIDA service offering and is responsible for providing the government basket of health and social services to asylum seekers.
Mission
- To facilitate the settlement and integration of asylum seekers in Quebec by offering, among other things, health and social services, as well as information, guidance, and referral services.
- To encourage the autonomy of asylum seekers by helping them acquire the skills necessary to successfully integrate and actively participate in Quebec society.
- To provide holistic and integrated support to asylum seekers by working in collaboration with community organizations, public institutions, and government partners.
Our Team
- Clinical Nurses
- Midwives
- Social Workers
- Social Work Technicians
- Volunteers
Our Services
- Health and social services;
- Temporary emergency shelter;
- Measures adapted to the situation of unaccompanied minor asylum seekers;
- Well-being and Physical Health Assessment (WPHA) for refugees;
- Designated representation;
- Support for partners.
