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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.
Southern Hemisphere winter intensifies hardship for displaced Venezuelans
As Latin America emerges as the new epicentre of the COVID-19 pandemic, UNHCR warns of worsening conditions for displaced Venezuelans.
Northeastern Nigeria camp blaze kills two, leaving thousands without shelter
UNHCR is stepping up assistance to nearly 4,000 displaced people who lost all their goods in a fire which swept through a camp in northeastern Nigeria.
UNHCR helps displaced Syrian-Armenians facing hardship amid pandemic
Syrian-Armenians re struggling to restart their lives amid the COVID-19 pandemic. UNHCR has stepped in to provide support.
UNHCR and IOM welcome donor pledges for Venezuelan refugees and migrants
UNHCR and IOM welcome the commitments made by donors today during the International Donors Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees.
Urban refugees struggling to survive as economic impact of COVID-19 worsens in East, Horn and Great Lakes of Africa
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is working closely with governments and partners to find solutions for urban refugees in these challenging times.
Urban refugees face hunger in Uganda coronavirus lockdown
COVID-19 stay-at-home orders have taken a heavy toll on urban refugees, many of whom were struggling to get by in the economy before the pandemic hit.
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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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