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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.
UNHCR urges protection of Yemeni civilians
Nearly 1,500 civilian casualties were reported in Yemen between August to October 2018, according to the UNHCR-led Protection Cluster in Yemen.
Millions of Congolese families lose homes in conflict
As the temperatures plunge, the checklist of items needed to stay warm surges. Thousands are in urgent need of winter assistance.
Deaf refugee choir warms hearts at Christmas
As the temperatures plunge, the checklist of items needed to stay warm surges. Thousands are in urgent need of winter assistance.
Syrian family among millions relying on aid to survive winter
As the temperatures plunge, the checklist of items needed to stay warm surges. Thousands are in urgent need of winter assistance.
UNHCR cash provides lifeline for Yemeni war displaced
UNHCR has stepped up efforts to ensure that displaced people in Yemen like 61-year-old Hassan have access to cash support to meet their most urgent shelter and protection needs.
UNHCR statement on US-Mexico announcement on new asylum protocols
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, has seen the announcements by the US and Mexican Governments on new asylum protocols and issues this statement.
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