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We take special care to bring you the latest refugee news and stories of the men, women and children we help each day.
Persecuted and uprooted, a young Yemeni finds safe haven in Canada
Mohammed, a young Yemeni, arrived in Québec through Roxham Road searching for safety as he fled the world’s worst humanitarian disaster.
Statelessness in Canada: UNHCR Canada releases new study
Ahead of the High-Level Segment on Statelessness, UNHCR Canda has released a new study that looks at the situation of stateless persons in Canada.
Technology connects Somali refugee with Canada’s York University
Despite being thousands of kilometres away, Somali refugee, Abdikadir, is studying at Canada’s York University while in Kenya’s Dadaab refugee camp .
Mo Amer brings humour and heart to refugee experience in Netflix stand-up special
Mo Amer speaks to UNHCR about his refugee past and humble beginnings in the world of comedy and how they forged the path to having his own Netflix special.
New Mediterranean boat tragedy is worst this year: UNHCR
The recent boat disaster off Libya on the Mediterranean underscores once again the terrible urgency for restoring sea rescues.
Refugees are good for Canada
Not only do refugees benefit from safety in Canada, they also embrace the opportunity to build a better life and contribute to the country’s economy.
Victoria city councillor inspired by his refugee past to serve community
Victoria city councillor Sharmarke Dubow wants to make his beautiful coastal city a more liveable place for everyone.
UNHCR’s Statement to the Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology – 29 May 2019
UNHCR Representative in Canada, Jean-Nicolas Beuze’s statement before the Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology on 29 May 2019.
How to help newly arrived refugees in your community
Wondering how you can help newly arrived refugees in your community? From donating clothing to sharing your skills and time, there are numerous ways you can make a refugee family feel welcome in their new home.
A rainbow of home: Vancouver volunteers give new home to LGBTI refugees
A dedicated group of volunteers and activists committed to LGBTI refugees, provide Andre with a new home in a welcoming community.
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