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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’s Assistant High Commissioners visit Greece, discuss refugee protection challenges and urge more support
UNHCR’s Assistant High Commissioners for Protection and Operations, Gillian Triggs and Raouf Mazou, concluded a visit to Greece today.
Côte d’Ivoire adopts Africa’s first legal process to identify and protect stateless people
UNHCR welcomes Côte d’Ivoire’s adoption this week of Africa’s first Statelessness Determination Procedure which will help protect thousands.
Resurging violence could spark mass displacement in DRC’s Kasai, UNHCR warns
UNHCR is warning of a resurgence in violence and renewed tensions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Great Kasai Region.
Mo Salah calls for team effort to ensure disadvantaged children receive education
Egyptian football star Mo Salah calls for a team effort to ensure disadvantaged children receive a life-changing education.
Coronavirus a dire threat to refugee education
COVID-19 presents a dire threat to refugee education worldwide, according to a hard-hitting report issued today by UNHCR.
UNHCR Report: Coronavirus a dire threat to refugee education – half of the world’s refugee children out of school.
In the report “Coming Together for Refugee Education,” UNHCR predicts that immediate and bold action is needed.
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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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