Thousands of women from the Philippines enter Canada each year as domestic servants, leaving their families behind to work in isolation.
Synopsis
Thousands of women from the Philippines enter Canada each year as domestic servants, leaving their families behind to work in isolation.
Synopsis
In a modest apartment in Toronto, a mother prepares a meal while her children play nearby, a scene that reflects the challenges faced by many Filipino families in Canada. After years of separation, three families work to rebuild their lives following the migration of their mothers, who entered Canada as domestic workers. Each year, thousands of women leave the Philippines to care for others, sending much of their earnings back home. They hold onto the hope of reuniting with their families.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Filipino families rebuilding their lives in Canada.
- Find out how domestic workers support families back home.
- See the emotional impact of long-term separation.
Did You Know
- Thousands of women enter Canada as domestic servants each year.
- Most of these domestic workers come from the Philippines.
- Many of these women leave their children behind for years.
- The film is the third part of a trilogy on labor migration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year was the documentary 'When Strangers Re-Unite' released?
The documentary was released in 1999.
What is the main focus of 'When Strangers Re-Unite'?
It focuses on three Filipino families rebuilding their lives in Canada after years of separation due to labor migration.
What type of workers predominantly enter Canada from the Philippines?
The majority of women entering Canada from the Philippines work as domestic servants.
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