Citizenship and Immigration Canada
www.cic.gc.ca
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Frequently asked questions:
The refugee system
Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program
What is Joint Assistance Sponsorship?
The Joint Assistance Sponsorship (JAS) program enables sponsorship agreement holders to work in partnership with Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) to resettle refugees with special needs.
Refugees under the JAS program receive income support from the Government of Canada for up to 24 months, depending on the circumstances. In addition, they are matched with a private sponsoring group.
CIC provides financial assistance to cover the cost of food, shelter, clothing and essential household goods. Private sponsors provide help adjusting to life in Canada, significant settlement assistance and emotional support.
You can find more information about JAS in the Related Links section at the bottom of this page.
