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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.
Mounting death toll in the Central Mediterranean calls for urgent action
UNHCR and the IOM are deeply disturbed by reports of a tragic shipwreck off the coast of Libya. Fears are that this latest incident could have claimed the lives of up to 130 people.
Teen refugee teaches other young asylum-seekers about risks of abuse
A peer-taught programme in Serbia is helping vulnerable unaccompanied children protect themselves from violence and exploitation as they seek safety.
Safety and support for Central African refugees in the DRC
On a visit to the DRC, UN Refugee Chief Filippo Grandi applauds inclusive efforts to support CAR refugees, while calling for greater international support.
UNHCR’s Grandi calls on the international community to stand with DR Congo
UNHCR Chief Filippo Grandi has called for stepped up international support and solidarity with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Data visualization reveals impacts of climate change on displacement
UNHCR is releasing a new data visualization that shows how the climate emergency is converging with other threats to drive new displacement.
Data reveals impacts of climate emergency on displacement
A new data visualization shows how the climate emergency is converging with other threats to drive new displacement and increases vulnerabilities.
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UNHCR Canada Magazine
Twice a year, UNHCR Canada publishes a magazine to keep our donors and supporters informed of the latest refugee news in Canada, and in the field.
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