Release

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17 March 2016

Model for CBSA accountability mechanism recommended 

The Canadian Council for Refugees today released a proposed model for an external accountability mechanism for the Canada Border Services Agency. The proposal was sent to Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Ralph Goodale last week.

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CCR congratulates the government on resettling 25,000 Syrian refugees

29 February 2016

The Canadian Council for Refugees congratulates the Government of Canada on the arrival of the 25,000th Syrian refugee.

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Supreme Court decision on humanitarian decisions welcomed

10 December 2015

The Canadian Council for Refugees welcomes the Supreme Court decision rendered today clarifying how immigration officers should decide applications for humanitarian and compassionate (H&C) consideration. Many refugees and vulnerable migrants must rely on H&C provisions in order to remain in Canada or to be reunited with family members.

Labour, Business, Faith and Community Group Statement in Support of Syrian Refugees

10 December 2015 - The Syrian refugee crisis has left more than four million people desperately seeking safety. It is a humanitarian crisis of monumental proportions, one which Canada has a responsibility to act on as quickly as possible.

We are representatives of Canadian unions, businesses, community and faith groups, united to welcome 25,000 Syrian refugees to Canada and committed to playing a role in supporting their resettlement.

News release

3 December 2015

Newcomer serving organizations welcome plans to resettle 25,000 Syrian refugees

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27 November 2015

Supreme Court decisions on people smuggling welcomed

The Canadian Council for Refugees welcomes the decisions rendered today by the Supreme Court, finding that it is not a crime to help refugees find safety.

Canadian Council for Refugees

Media Advisory

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Canadian Council for Refugees (CCR) national consultation, 26-28 November 2015

Sheraton Hamilton Hotel, 116 King Street West, Hamilton

23 November 2015 - Members of the media are invited to the CCR’s national consultation taking place in Hamilton from 26-28 November 2015.

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28 October 2015

Conditional Permanent Residence: Failure in Policy and Practice

Three years after the introduction of Conditional Permanent Residence for some sponsored spouses, the Canadian Council for Refugees (CCR) concludes that the measure has increased the vulnerability of many sponsored newcomers, particularly victims of domestic violence.  The CCR bases its conclusion on consultation with over 140 organizations across Canada.

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21 September 2015

CCR welcomes government announcement on Syrian refugees, calls for stronger government commitment