Immigration to Canada News - Page 76

Canada's Lifeline: Temporary Support for Lebanon Crisis

Amid escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, marked by relentless rocket fire and air strikes, the situation remains precarious. The Canadian government is prioritizing the safety of its citizens in the region as tensions intensify.

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November 8, 2024

UN Refugee Chief: Lower Targets to Prevent Backlash

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau held a significant meeting with United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, at Parliament Hill in Ottawa. This high-level discussion focused on Canada's role in addressing global refugee challenges and enhancing international cooperation.

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November 5, 2024

After Escaping Taliban, Afghan Woman in Canada for 8 Years Faces Deportation with Kids

After escaping the Netherlands, Frozan Hassan Zai spent eight years establishing a life in Canada, starting a clothing business and building a family. However, her future is now uncertain as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada questions the validity of her marriage, threatening her with deportation. "In this big world, there is no place we can call home," she reflects on her precarious situation.

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November 5, 2024

Evicted Asylum Seeker Forced to Live in Car

An asylum seeker from North Africa, now living in his car, highlights the challenges faced by many after being evicted with minimal notice from government-leased hotels. Canada's immigration policy, providing just a few days' warning before eviction, is under scrutiny as it leaves numerous individuals homeless amid a nationwide housing crisis.

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November 1, 2024

Quebec Hits Pause on Key Immigration Programs

Quebec is halting two key routes to permanent residency, signaling a significant shift in its immigration strategy.

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October 31, 2024

Ontarians with Disabilities Still Lack Emergency Evacuation Plan

The Ontario government's delay in updating emergency procedures for people with disabilities, despite a report highlighting the current protocols as an immediate safety threat, raises concerns nearly a year and a half after the review.

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October 30, 2024