Amman – Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, finished his first visit to Jordan as minister of international development. While there, he had discussions with partners on education, gender equality, human rights, the ongoing refugee crisis, and Canada’s support for humanitarian and development activities across the country. During …
Global leaders launch Global Task Force on Refugee Labour Mobility
Ottawa—Across the globe, millions of people are displaced and in need of safety and protection. Only about 1% of refugees have access to resettlement each year, leaving millions of people in limbo and a significant talent pool often untapped. Labour complementary pathways provide an additional way, beyond resettlement, for displaced people to find durable solutions in third countries through labour …
Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds pledges to support Ukraine
Ottawa – Several Canadians are showing support for Ukraine amid Russian invasion, band donating for the cause. Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds and his wife Blake Lively are saying they will match donations to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees up to $1 million.