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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.
Meet the winners of our “Hope away from home” Youth Art Contest
The winners’ designs will be turned into graphic t-shirts by our global partner UNIQLO.
Forced returns from Pakistan deepen Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis
Hundreds of thousands of Afghans are returning to their country from Pakistan with no work or shelter.
Severe floods affect tens of thousands of displaced people in Horn of Africa
Thousands of displaced families, including refugees in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia, are on the move yet again, escaping severe floods caused by ongoing heavy rains across the region.
UNHCR: Refugee indicators show progress on inclusion but need for wider action
Before December’s Global Refugee Forum, report assesses progress on commitments made since 2019 and offers pointers to close gaps in education, jobs and inclusion.
Global pro bono pledge helps Ukraine refugees navigate legal hurdles
A network of pro-bono lawyers in Poland has been helping newly arrived refugees from Ukraine navigate their rights and access social services.
Statement by Principals of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee, Humanitarian chiefs will not take part in unilateral proposals to create “safe zones” in Gaza
As humanitarian leaders, our position is clear: We will not participate in the establishment of any ”safe zone” in Gaza that is set up without the agreement of all the parties, and unless fundamental conditions are in place to ensure safety and other essential needs are met and a mechanism is in place to supervise its implementation.
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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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