UNHCR welcomes Canada’s pledge to increase refugee resettlement levels
Ottawa, CANADA – In response to the announcement by the Government of Canada of the 2022-24 Immigration Levels Plan, Rema Jamous Imseis, UNHCR Representative in Canada, issued the following statement: “At a time of record forced displacement in the world, UNHCR...
50,000 burpees in 365 days: Quebec man raises money to help refugees through UNHCR in unique birthday fundraiser
A new way to celebrate: One burpee, two burpees, three burpees, four … By Susan Pedwell Maxence Renaud is turning 50 next August. Instead of throwing a midlife crisis party or buying himself a shiny new sports car, Renaud is raising funds for the UN Refugee Agency...
Warmth and kindness in the Canadian wilderness
The Arafat family were terrified when they fled their home in Syria. Now they are finding new hope and happiness in a Canadian mountain community. By Leyland Cecco and Annie Sakkab in Whitehorse, Canada From a bay window, the elder Arafat children, along with their...