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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.
Growing needs for thousands of displaced Ethiopians in Sudan
As families reunite, their greatest needs are food, water, shelter and sanitation. All long for peace so they can return home.
Kat Graham appointed UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador
UNHCR announced the appointment of Swiss-born American actress, singer and human rights activist Kat Graham as its newest Goodwill Ambassador.
UNHCR condemns attack on Niger town hosting forcibly displaced people
UNHCR condemns an attack by armed assailants on Toumour, a town in south-east Niger, that killed 28 people and injured hundreds more.
UNHCR and IOM saddened at deaths of refugees and migrants in shipwreck off Venezuela coast
UNHCR and IOM are deeply distressed by the death or disappearance at sea of up to 25 refugees and migrants from Venezuela.
UNHCR applauds Kenya’s decision to resolve the statelessness of the Shona and other communities
UNHCR welcomes the Government of Kenya’s decision to grant citizenship to 1,670 stateless Shona and 1,300 stateless persons of Rwandan descent.
UNHCR at 70: proud of our work but in no mood to celebrate
For seven decades, colleagues in the UN Refugee Agency have protected, saved and changed millions of lives. But how much better it would be if no one was compelled to flee at all…
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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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