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Our newsroom aims to bring you important information from around the world, including breaking news, Canada refugee news, refugee stories, compelling videos, the latest stats and more.
Our frequent updates from our staff in the field, about our work, and the people we help, play an important role in keeping staff, media, the public and our donors informed.
Rooted again: How one woman rebuilt her life and found a family at Ottawa’s Carty House
When Pamella speaks about home, her voice carries both the pain of exile and the resilience of someone who has survived it. Originally from Burundi, Pamella never imagined that speaking out about women’s rights could cost her everything—but it nearly did.
Zambia’s refugee policy encourages farmers to be self-reliant
Following pledges made at the Global Refugee Forum in 2023, Zambia’s refugee policy is making progress towards improving conditions for refugees and their host communities.
Funding cuts threaten support for displaced women affected by violence in Mozambique
Conflict and extreme weather are forcing more people from their homes in Cabo Delgado Province, exposing women to sexual violence and other threats as funds to meet their needs run dry.
UNHCR fears extreme desperation led to deaths of 427 Rohingya at sea
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is gravely concerned about reports of two boat tragedies off the coast of Myanmar earlier this month, with estimates that 427 Rohingya perished at sea.
UNHCR: New displacement and funding squeeze intensify Mozambique crisis
Over 25,000 people have been newly displaced in Mozambique in a matter of weeks. They join close to 1.3 million people who have been uprooted by the armed conflict, back-to-back cyclones and drought.
Haitian refugee finds safety and stability in Mexico City
When Giovanni arrived in Mexico after a long and uncertain journey from Haiti, he knew no one and spoke no Spanish, but he received support to rebuild his life and find a community.
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