February 21, 2024

CCR: Refugee determination system – a practical guide

The Canadian Council for Refugees (CCR) produced this informative practice guide, intended for front line workers who support refugee claimants and other vulnerable migrants. Access guide […]
February 15, 2024

BC Refugee Hub & AMSSA Webinar: Integrating Trauma Informed Practice into Front Line Services for Newcomers

On January 25, 2024, AMSSA and the BC Refugee Hub have partnered to present a webinar for professionals from various fields to better support and integrate […]
February 14, 2024

UNHCR Canada: UN Refugee Agency in Canada welcomes Joey Hanna as Head of Field Unit in Montreal

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Canada is pleased to welcome Mr. Joey Hanna as Head of Montreal Field Unit. […]
February 1, 2024

IFHP Toolkit for Refugee Claimants

In this online info page, the BC Refugee Hub has curated information about the Interim Federal Health Program for Refugee Claimants. This information may be used […]
January 23, 2024

BC Refugee Hub & AMSSA Webinar: The Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP)

Join us on Thursday, February 8th, 2024 for a webinar hosted by the BC Refugee Hub in collaboration with AMSSA’s BC Refugee Resource Network that introduces […]
January 10, 2024

IRCC Announcements: Immigration measures for people affected by Israel-Hamas conflict

On December 21, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced “Immigration measures to help people affected by the Israel–Hamas conflict”. The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister […]
January 8, 2024

IRCC: Canada to launch humanitarian pathway for people affected by the conflict in Sudan

On December 28, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced a new humanitarian pathway for people affected by the conflict in Sudan. “The ongoing conflict in […]
December 12, 2023

Statistical Bulletin – Arrival of Afghan Refugees in Canada

In this statistical bulletin produced by the BC Refugee Hub, the arrival of Afghan refugees to Canada is examined. The information is broken down by arrivals […]
November 21, 2023

WEBINAR INVITATION BCRRN & BC Refugee Hub: Housing Toolkit Workshop Series – Part 1 and Part 2

This series is hosted by AMSSA’s BC Refugee Resource Network and ISSofBC’s BC Refugee Hub Part 1: Housing Search Assessment & Short-Term Solutions Date: December 1, 2023 […]
November 11, 2023

BC RRN & BC Refugee Hub: Housing Toolkit

The Housing Toolkit is a guide for agencies supporting newcomer clients with finding and securing housing, bringing together useful resources from experienced agencies providing housing search […]
November 1, 2023

Webinar: Early Syrian Refugee Experiences of Integration in BC – Sustaining Welcome Report

This webinar is hosted by ISSofBC and BC Refugee Hub. Following the release of the Sustaining Welcome research report, this webinar brings together the lead authors […]
September 29, 2023

Kinbrace: Transforming Employment Narratives (TEN)

Transforming Employment Narratives (TEN) is still accepting applications until September 30th. This 5-day program seeks to deepen mutual understanding between employers and refugee claimants, to facilitate […]
September 22, 2023

ISSofBC & York University – Report: SUSTAINING WELCOME Longitudinal Research on Integration with Resettled Syrian Refugees

JUST RELEASED: New multi-year research calls for increased long-term mental health support for refugees and integration programs that develop their social networks. The research report, Sustaining […]
September 14, 2023

Kinbrace – Ride for Refugee

Lead a Team, Ride or Walk, and/or Donate to Kinbrace’s 2023 Ride for Refuge! Welcome refugee claimants actively. 23 September 2023 Saturday 3-6 PM Templeton School, Vancouver […]
September 12, 2023

Refugee Hub – University of Ottawa: Literature Reviews

Global Literature Synthesis Report: Refugee Sponsorship and Integration Outcomes (2021) – Tasha Stansbury, Graduate Fellow, Refugee Hub Global Literature Synthesis Report: Recent Canadian Research on Migrant Integration (2022) – Ian […]
September 6, 2023

Options – Pre-Employment Series for Refugee Claimants

Join Options Community Resources for their Pre-Employment Series for Refugee Claimants. Sessions start from September 7th to September 21st. For registration and more information, contact Lesley […]
September 5, 2023

Canadian Association for Refugee and Forced Migration Studies – Your Rights on Research

An Information Sheet for People Taking Part in Forced Migration Research Taking part in a research project gives you a chance to make your voice heard, […]
August 31, 2023

Refugee Hub – University of Ottawa: Canadian Private Sponsorship Podcast Series

This podcast series explores the nuts and bolts of the Canadian Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program, which empowers ordinary individuals to directly engage in the welcome […]
August 15, 2023

Refugee Hub – University of Ottawa: Sponsorship Knowledge Brief Series

The Knowledge Brief Series is intended to briefly summarize the global state of knowledge on key topics related to community-based refugee sponsorship.  Knowledge Briefs   Access to […]
August 9, 2023

Journey Home Community – Ride for Refuge

What movesyou?The Ride for Refuge, a family-friendly fundraising bike + walk in support of local charities serving people seeking hope, safety, and freedom. Join Journey Home […]