A backlog of “legacy” refugee claims filed by applicants who have been waiting over seven years to find out if they can remain in Canada will soon be cleared, as Ottawa now turns its attention to an even bigger backlog of fresh asylum claims. Continue reading →

A group of civil-society and legal organizations have written a joint letter to Trudeau saying proposed legal changes would strip crucial and hard-won human-rights protections from vulnerable refugees. Continue reading →

Refugee advocates are crying foul over proposed Liberal government changes to immigration laws that aim to keep would-be asylum seekers from entering Canada at unofficial border crossings. Continue reading →

The Liberal government is bringing in this rule in an effort to stem the tide of asylum seekers. Continue reading →

The research also provided recommendations to improve the experiences of refugees involved in private sponsorship programs. Continue reading →

The federal Liberals are using immigration as a wedge issue. While it may work at the ballot box, Justin Trudeau should beware, Tasha Kheiriddin says. Continue reading →

The UN Human Rights Committee has requested that Canada stay the deportation of a man to Saudi Arabia. Continue reading →

In addition to the typical hurdles recent newcomers face such as language and cultural differences, those who want to start a business in their new country face unique challenges, including difficulties securing credit because they lack credit history or collateral. Continue reading →

U.S. President Donald Trump’s Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the U.S. is a world leader in helping refugees around the world. Continue reading →