PDOS for Filipino Workers to Canada

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DOLE DEPARTMENT ORDER NO. 96-09: PDOS for Filipino Workers to Canada

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Title Supreme Court: PDOS for Filipino Workers to Canada

Law: Dole Department Order No. 96-09

Decision Date: Mar 10, 2009

The OWWA is mandated to centralize and implement a Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) for Filipino professionals and skilled workers heading to Canada, ensuring they are well-prepared for cultural integration and community adjustment as part of the POEA's travel exit requirements.

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Development of Country-Specific and Province-Specific Programs

OWWA is tasked with developing orientation programs and curricula tailored specifically to Canada and its provinces.
Programs are designed to facilitate understanding of Canadian culture and ease community adjustment for workers.

Creation of Information Materials

OWWA is responsible for producing comprehensive print and audiovisual materials to supplement the orientation program.
These materials serve as important tools in educating workers before their departure.

Mandatory Attendance and Documentation Requirements

Attendance at the OWWA-administered PDOS is a mandatory requirement under the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) for issuing travel exit documents to Canada-bound Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).
Compliance with this PDOS is linked directly to the processing and approval of travel documents.

Implementation and Issuance of Guidelines

OWWA is directed to promulgate Implementing Guidelines for the PDOS within fifteen days from the issuance of this Department Order.
The guidelines will provide detailed procedures and standards for the seminar.

Repeal of Inconsistent Issuances

All previous issuances that conflict with this Order are repealed to ensure consistency and clarity.

Directive for Strict Compliance

The Order is issued for strict compliance by all concerned agencies and parties handling the deployment of Filipino professionals and skilled workers to Canada.

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