Refugees who have escaped conflicts, crises, and oppression, and possess valuable skills needed by the Canadian economy, might be encountering an additional obstacle: the pressure of time. The Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot, designed to assist displaced professionals in finding employment and permanent residency in Canada, is nearing its expiration. As Ottawa remains uncommunicative, optimism is rapidly turning into doubt. A Subtle Yet Influential Support System for Displaced Professionals. Since 2018, the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) has linked skilled refugees to employers experiencing workforce shortages nationwide. In various fields such as healthcare, construction, engineering, and academia, EMPP has created a valuable opportunity for individuals who have experienced significant loss, yet still possess their qualifications. An example of this is Peter Melo, who serves as the general manager for Allstone Quarry Products located in Schomberg, Ontario. Renowned for its celebrated stone craftsmanship, his company has gained new vigor thanks to the Syrian workers brought in through the pilot program. These individuals were not merely filling vacancies in the workforce. They contributed to creating a new organizational culture that is strong, inclusive, and highly driven. One employee escaped the turmoil in Syria and eventually made his way to Iraq.