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In Canada
In Canada This section provides you with all the information you need about refugees in Canada – whether you are seeking asylum in Canada, wish to find out how UNHCR helps refugees find lasting solutions to rebuild their lives, or learn more about the contributions of...![UNHCR appalled at rising violence against displaced in eastern DRC](https://www.unhcr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/violencedrc.jpg)
UNHCR appalled at rising violence against displaced in eastern DRC
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Babar Baloch – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is alarmed at the increasing number of violent attacks on...![Islamic Philanthropy](https://www.unhcr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/intro-1-1080x675.jpg)
Islamic Philanthropy
Islamic Philanthropy Learn more about UNHCR Canada’s Islamic Philanthropy program and our supporters and partners. Photo: © UNHCR/Antoine Tardy As Muslims gather in their homes around the world, many refugee families are observing the Holy Month of Ramadan away...![For Celebrations](https://www.unhcr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/RF2286709_IMG_2042-1080x675.jpg)
For Celebrations
For Celebrations Wondering how to ask for donations instead of gifts for celebrations like a wedding, birthday, graduation, anniversary, retirement party or another milestone? Learn more with UNHCR Canada. Photo: © UNHCR/Felipe Irnaldo Donations Instead of Gifts With...![Donor Care](https://www.unhcr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/unhcr-hany-1080x675.jpg)
Donor Care
Donor Care How can we help you today? Photo: © UNHCR/Andrew McConnell Please note that we are experiencing higher call volumes. Our phone channel 1-877-232-0909 remains open Monday-Friday, 9AM-8PM EST and Saturday 9AM to 5PM EST. If you would like to send an email...![Honour a Loved One](https://www.unhcr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/RF2127108_paulabronstein_rohingya041-1080x675.jpg)
Honour a Loved One
Honour a Loved One How to honour a friend or family member. Photo: © UNHCR/Paula Bronstein Choose A Gift If you’d like to honour someone, you can purchase a gift from our Shop or donate in their name. By donating, you can choose to gift in honour or in memory of a...![Women and Girls](https://www.unhcr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/RF2160501_UNHCR-Girls-Edu-Dreams-Firewood-3-4-March-2018-012-1080x675.jpg)
Women and Girls
Women and Girls In some societies, violence against women and children happens simply because of their gender. Photo: © UNHCR/Roger Arnold Women and girls represent 50 percent of the world’s refugee population. We are committed to gender equality, so UNHCR works hard...![Shelter](https://www.unhcr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/RF2227638_5D3_0997-1080x675.jpg)
Shelter
Shelter A place to feel safe and secure again. Photo: ©UNHCR/Clemence Eliah Shelter is key in times of crisis. It helps restore security, self-sufficiency and dignity to refugees. Our world is currently experiencing the largest displacement crisis of our era. Driven...![Healthcare](https://www.unhcr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/RF2436_60700-1080x675.jpg)