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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.
UNHCR airlift supplies to assist thousands of Somalis displaced by Cyclone Gati
UNHCR has rushed humanitarian assistance to thousands of people in Somalia’s Puntland region impacted by Cyclone Gati.
More than 530,000 displaced in Mozambique’s conflict-torn north
UNHCR is deeply concerned over the rising number of civilians displaced in Mozambique as attacks by non-state armed groups continue to rage.
Death threats and gang violence forcing more families to flee northern Central America – UNHCR and UNICEF survey
Death threats, gang recruitment, extortion and other forms of targeted violence are driving more families in northern Central America to flee their homes.
Cash assistance lessens economic pain of COVID in Jordan
As World Bank-UNHCR study reveals jump in poverty among refugees and host communities during pandemic, cash programmes that offset impact must be scaled up in 2021.
A cookbook for the holidays celebrates the flavours that make us who we are
In ‘Tastes from Home: Recipes from the Refugee Community,’ people from all over the world who now call Canada home share their stories and favourite recipes.
What I learned from a refugee camp in West Africa
My family fled civil war in Liberia to a refugee camp in Guinea in West Africa. I learned the power of resilience and the value of diversity.
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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.
Special Features
With 82.4 million displaced people around the world, there are so many stories to tell. Here, find documentaries, books, and more stories from UNHCR.
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