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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.
Regular status helps Venezuelan entrepreneur weave dreams and hopes for the future in Ecuador
The regularization process in Ecuador has allowed thousands of people forced to leave their countries to access basic services, health and formalize their businesses.
As fighting rages in Sudan, refugee aid efforts expand to two new countries
This is a summary of what was said by Ewan Watson, UNHCR Head of Global Communications – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.
Visually impaired women find hope in eastern Afghanistan
With tailored support, women who are blind are gaining the education, skills, and confidence to build a brighter, more independent future.
An archive that saves lives
This digitization program supported by UNHCR and funded by the Government of Canada has been key to responding to the growing number of asylum applications in Mexico, which surpassed all records in 2023, when more than 140,000 people applied for international protection in the country.
UN Refugee Agency sounds the alarm on climate change pounding refugee communities
This is a summary of what was said by Andrew Harper, UNHCR Special Advisor on Climate Action – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.
Olympian and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Yusra Mardini appeals for refugee access to sports
With one month to go until the opening of the Olympic Games Paris 2024, former refugee Olympian Yusra Mardini is appealing today to governments, civil society and the sporting world, to increase access to sport for refugee adults and children.
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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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