News Releases
We bring you the most up-to-date information from UNHCR Canada through news releases.
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Brazil’s policies boost inclusion of Venezuelans, but challenges remain
Study by UNHCR highlights the challenges faced by Venezuelans forced to leave their country, as they attempt to build new lives in Brazil.
“Rohingya delivering messages for Rohingya, to Rohingya. This is how we dreamed to have a film school.”
The film school Rohingya refugee Faruque Mohammed co-founded is now delivering COVID information to refugee settlements in Cox’s Bazar.
‘I’m not going to hide what I am anymore’
When a criminal gang targeted Ana and Paula’s* teenage daughter and son, the family ran for their lives. | UNHCR Canada
UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi’s message on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Today on the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, I am thinking of the LGBTIQ+ refugees I’ve met … – UNHCR Chief, Filippo Grandi
UN Deputy High Commissioner for Refugees calls for urgent support for one million displaced Central Americans and action to address root causes
UNHCR’s Kelly T. Clements is concluding an extended mission to Honduras, Guatemala and Mexico, where she met people forced to flee.
Extreme weather leaves Ethiopian refugees vulnerable in eastern Sudan
As the rains begin in Sudan, UNHCR and partners race to shield refugees from the risk of flooding.
New home beckons for Eritrean family who spent a decade as refugees
The family is due to be resettled to the Netherlands as part of a programme supported by UNHCR.
UNHCR, aid partners call for renewed and strong support for the Rohingya refugees
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is calling for renewed international commitment, support and solidarity for Rohingya refugees.
Opening Remarks by United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi at joint press point with European Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ylva Johansson
I just want to echo what Commissioner [for Home Affairs] Johansson just said. I’m here for two-three days in Brussels for a number of meetings
Memories from Mom: “Tastes from Home” participants share life lessons and favourite dishes for Mother’s Day
This Mother’s Day, UNHCR’s “Tastes from Home” contributors reflect on the influences of their mothers and share their favourite recipes.
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