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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.
Resolving displacement critical for regional, international stability – UN refugee chief
As forced displacement tops 79.5 million, Filippo Grandi urges UN Security Council to use its authority seek peace and inclusion for the displaced.
Seven refugees making a difference during the time of COVID-19
By producing soap, treating the sick and shopping for the vulnerable, these seven refugees from around the world are taking action to fight the coronavirus.
2020 World Refugee Day Statement by UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi
We are marking this year’s World Refugee Day against a backdrop of a dramatic global crisis. COVID-19 is a disease that is still very much affecting us all.
Joint Statement: UN refugee chief Grandi and IOM’s Vitorino announce resumption of resettlement travel for refugees
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) announced today the resumption of resettlement departures for refugees.
As global displacement grows to nearly 80 million people, Canada shows itself to be a world leader in refugee resettlement: UNHCR report shows
UNHCR published its annual Global Trends report showing that the number of people forced to flee their homes reached an unprecedented 79.5 million in 2019.
Global forced displacement vastly more widespread in 2019
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency’s annual Global Trends report finds more people are fleeing war, conflict and persecution worldwide.
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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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