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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.
El Salvador joins regional effort to address forced displacement in Central America
UNHCR welcomes El Salvador’s decision to join a regional initiative that aims to better address forced displacement in and from Central America
New Mediterranean boat tragedy is worst this year: UNHCR
The recent boat disaster off Libya on the Mediterranean underscores once again the terrible urgency for restoring sea rescues.
Pregnant women flee lack of maternal health care in Venezuela
Thousands of pregnant women who are unable to receive proper pre-natal care have left Venezuela to protect the lives of their unborn babies and their own.
Joint Statement: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi and IOM Director General António Vitorino welcome consensus on need for action on Libya, Mediterranean
Discussions in Paris with European States on addressing the situation on the Mediterranean Sea, and preventing loss of life in Libya, are welcome and much-needed.
Survey highlights risks faced by vulnerable Venezuelans on the move
A survey of Venezuelans who have fled their country has found that half of the families interviewed faced or continue to face risks during their journey
Half of Venezuelans on the move face high risks in their journey to safety
Half of Venezuelans who have fled are particularly vulnerable due to their age, health issues, or the choices they had to make to survive.
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UNHCR Canada Magazine
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