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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.
Coronavirus – Now is not the time to forget Afghanistan and its neighbours
UNHCR urges greater support to Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iran in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, warning that not doing so will have a negative impact on global efforts to fight the virus.
Children’s storybook released to help children and young people cope with COVID-19
A new storybook that aims to help children understand and come to terms with COVID-19 has been produced by a collaboration of more than 50 humanitarian organizations
Live blog: Refugees in the COVID-19 crisis
These are some of the ways that UNHCR staff, people forced to flee and supporters are taking action to stay smart, stay safe and stay kind amidst COVID-19.
Refugee nurse on the front line against coronavirus in Iran
After earning a nursing degree on a UNHCR scholarship, Iraqi nurse Moheyman is working tirelessly to assist Iranians and fellow refugees in current COVID-19 crisis.
UNHCR warns chronic lack of resources contributing to new crisis in Burkina Faso
UNHCR has warned more lives are at a risk in Burkina Faso’s Centre Nord and Sahel regions where hundreds of thousands of displaced people
UNHCR stepping up coronavirus prevention measures for displaced across East, Horn and Great Lakes region of Africa
UNHCR is ramping up efforts to increase capacity to prevent, treat and limit the potential spread of COVID-19 among refugee communities across the East, Horn and Great Lakes region of Africa
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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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