Russia speeds up asylum procedures as Ukrainian influx continues
ST. PETERSBURG, Russian Federation, August 21 (UNHCR) – Before Ukraine’s secession crisis erupted in February, the Federal Migration Service office in St. Petersburg handled 120 asylum applications a year, mainly from Asians and Africans. Today,...
With You: Summer Newsletter
In our summer edition of With You, we’ve highlighted the impact of your generosity in a world where new and existing conflicts are intensifying at alarming rates. These stories are just a quick snapshot into the lives of more than 51 million displaced people around...Refugees and Human Rights Student Poetry Contest
There were two categories for entry submissions in each language: English: Category 1: Grades 7 – 9 The winners of this category were: 1st place – Claire Lauzon, Gr. 9, Canterbury High School, Ottawa, ON 2nd place – Krista Hum, Gr. 9, Canterbury High...
UN High Commissioner for Refugees to visit Canada
May 28-30, 2014 – The UN High Commissioner for Refugees António Guterres will start his official visit in Canada on Tuesday 27 May 2014, for a three-day visit at the invitation of the Government of Canada. High Commissioner Guterres, who has also been invited to...
With You: Spring Newsletter
In our latest newsletter, we spotlight our work with displaced children. These stories are just a few examples that demonstrate how much your support helps protect the vulnerable who don’t have a place to call home. Click below to download and read your newsletter....