Frideres, James S.Jurkova, Sinela2017-12-182017-12-182012Jurkova, S. (2012). The role of ethnocultural organizations in immigrant integration (Master's thesis, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada). Retrieved from https://prism.ucalgary.ca. doi:10.11575/PRISM/4884http://hdl.handle.net/1880/105885Bibliography: p. 102-109Includes copy of ethics approval. Original copy with original Partial Copyright Licence.A major debate in international migration research is focused around the question of whether immigrants receive benefits from their attachment to ethnic organizations. This thesis examines the role of ethno-cultural organizations in this process. The research provides an understanding of the nature, goals and functions of the ethno-cultural organizations serving their members and their capacity to facilitate effective engagement among mainstream and ethnic immigration communities. The study looks at economic, socio-cultural experience and ethnic attachments of members/ non-members of an ethnic organization and how they interact with the organization. Based on a sample from members and non-members of the Calgary Bulgarian Society, the study defines the features and roles of the organization, issues and concerns of the members/non-members in the process of integration. The findings question whether or not ethno-cultural organizations can be considered partners in the immigration policy review process, developing effective strategies and indicators for measuring immigrant integration.vi, 116 leaves ; 30 cm.engUniversity of Calgary graduate students retain copyright ownership and moral rights for their thesis. You may use this material in any way that is permitted by the Copyright Act or through licensing that has been assigned to the document. For uses that are not allowable under copyright legislation or licensing, you are required to seek permission.master thesis10.11575/PRISM/4884