
Yasmine Saker
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http://unhcr.ca 13-09-2013 10:31:53
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Happy #CanadaDay!! 🇨🇦 Wishing the best to a trusted and generous ally to our work in Niger🇳🇪 making an impact on the lives of those forcibly displaced from their homes. UNHCR Government Partners | Development Canada | UNHCR Canada 🇨🇦





After fleeing war in 🇸🇾, seeking refuge in 🇯🇴 &facing continuous challenges, Sabha & her kids are finally rebuilding their life in 🇨🇦 On #CanadaDay, we thank Canada for providing solutions to the most vulnerable #refugees🕊️✨ Canada in Jordan Global Affairs Canada UNHCR Government Partners UNHCR Canada 🇨🇦





The tragic loss of so many lives in Israel and Gaza, including those of UNRWA staff, is devastating. United Nations colleagues are taking huge risks to deliver much needed assistance. All civilians and aid workers must be protected, in full respect of international humanitarian law.


"The solution to this situation is the end of the occupation, and full respect for the right to self-determination for Palestinians. As I have said time and again, for the violence to end, the occupation needs to end," Volker Türk. 🔗 Full statement: bit.ly/47o7enC



Lebanon 🇱🇧 has special meaning for me. I encourage my daughter to learn and celebrate both her Lebanese & Canadian/Acadian heritage. Was glad to join this ceremony. I ❤️ the debke dancers! Congrats MP Lena Metlege Diab on success of Lebanese heritage month.


“The events in Gaza are taking place against a backdrop of 75 years of displacement. 75 years of failure to find a just and lasting solution to the plight of Palestine Refugees,” Philippe Lazzarini. Powerful words on the devastating reality in Gaza.

I spoke with Alan Neal All in a Day yesterday, marking another somber anniversary. Thank you for bringing attention to the situation in Syria and Türkiye, one year after the devastating earthquake. Listen to the full conversation here 👇🎙️


Canadian support and Development Canada are making a real impact for Sudanese refugees in #Egypt. With a growing refugee population, UNHCR Egypt is scaling up its response to address urgent needs through a wide range of emergency and protection services. 👇


“I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Canada for its generous commitment of funding to UNHCR. This vital support underscores Canada’s unwavering dedication to protecting and assisting refugees worldwide,” Filippo Grandi. Thank you Canada 🇨🇦 for your partnership.