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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.
Coming home: After years in the field with the UN, I’m proud to continue my humanitarian work in Canada
UNHCR Canada representative Rema Jamous Imseis on coming home and continuing her humanitarian work in Canada.
International community must act with ‘urgency’ to end crisis in Central Sahel
Filippo Grandi tells conference that COVID-19 adds a new threat to Central Sahel, a region already grappling with record numbers forced to flee their homes.
UNHCR calls for protection, support for civilians affected by violence in southern Afghanistan
UNHCR calls for urgent protection and assistance for civilians displaced by recent escalation of violence in Afghanistan’s southern Helmand Province.
UNHCR calls for solidarity, support and solutions for Rohingya refugees ahead of an urgent donor conference
UNHCR is stressing the need for stronger international support and a redoubling of efforts to find solutions for this stateless and displaced population.
Baaba Maal appeals for support for Sahel
Senegalese musician, singer and UNHCR supporter, Baaba Maal, calls for action to end world’s fastest growing displacement crisis.
Peruvian football club Alianza Lima partners with UNHCR to support refugees
Peru’s Alianza Lima has become the country’s first professional football club to partner with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, to support refugee integration.
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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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