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Bringing you the latest news and real-life stories of courage, perseverance and hope.
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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.
“I want to inspire refugees”
Syrian refugee and swimmer Yusra Mardini was appointed the youngest ever UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador in April 2017 after she was selected as part of the first Refugee Olympic Team.
The survivors: Snapshots of desperate journeys out of Libya to safety
In the face of ongoing and intensifying conflict in Libya, UNHCR continues to work with its partners on organizing humanitarian evacuations out of the country.
Racing for her future
16-year-old Eritrean refugee, Nazret Kobodom, is a rising long-distance running star in Calgary, Alberta whose talent led her to compete in the European Youth Olympic Festival
Climate change and displacement
Climate change is a threat that will impact people all over the world. Refugees and displaced persons are particularly vulnerable to its effects
Cash assistance offers lifeline for Syrian refugee family in Jordan
A Syrian family was forced to flee their hometown of Aleppo in Syria when it came under heavy, life-threatening siege in 2012 — but not before a grave injury changed his life forever.
Nine years in crisis
As the crisis in Syria enters its ninth year, an estimated 13.5 million need humanitarian assistance — including 6.6 million people who are internally displaced.
Stories
We take special care to bring you the latest stories as it happens around the world.
News Releases
Our news releases keep you up to date on important news from UNHCR.
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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