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New Asylum Restrictions at the U.S.- Mexico Border
The Trump administration announced new immigration rules ending asylum protections for almost all migrants who arrive at the US-Mexico border. The changes are likely to have a domino effect on Canada with which the US signed the Safe Third Country Agreement (STCA) in 2004. It is time for Canada, as...
Slaves in Libya
Thousands of black Africans are fleeing armed conflict, persecution or severe economic hardship hoping to reach Europe for better lives. Their journey usually begins with a trek through deserts to Libya. Then, they proceed for the Mediterranean Sea on unseaworthy boats to Europe. However, many of them end up in...
Access to Justice Elusive for Refugees in Canada
There is an access to justice crisis affecting people in Canada especially those who are most vulnerable. We must raise our voices.
How voters can engage with candidates about Canada’s defence budget
By calling for a reduction in military spending from 70 per cent to 30 per cent over 10 years, significant amounts of money could be reallocated to programs for human needs and for the protection of the environment.