This is an information sheet for people considering making a refugee claim in Canada entering from the USA.
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Information on Interim Federal Health IFH) for Refugee Claimants & List of providers
The Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) provides limited, temporary coverage of health-care benefits to people in the following groups who aren’t eligible for provincial or territorial health insurance protected persons, including resettled refugees; refugee claimants; and certain other groups. Refugee claimants found eligible for the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) are entitled to receive short-term…
Read More...Key figures on asylum claims made in Canada in 2017
This is a report from IRCC on the number of asylum claims made in Canada in 2017 broken down into individual Provinces.
Read More...Kinbrace: Refugee Hearing Preparation Guide
The Refugee Hearing Preparation Guide is for refugee claimants and their service providers. It educates, guides, and supports refugee claimants who are preparing for their refugee hearings. It informs and empowers service providers in their understanding of the refugee hearing preparation process. And, refugee claimants and service providers learn about essential legal issues pertaining to refugee…
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Mental Health Toolkit for Refugees and Refugee Claimants
This online toolkit curated by the BC Refugee Hub includes a short guide to mental health, mental illness, trauma, and resources available to those working with refugees and refugee claimants, along with services and supports available for refugees and refugee claimants. Topics included: Key Definitions Mental Health and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD) Prevalence Among Refugees –…
Read More...Refugee determination system: a practical guide
This information is intended for front line workers who support refugee claimants and other vulnerable migrants. Resource Link: http://ccrweb.ca/en/refugee-determination-practical
Read More...Services & Supports for Refugee Claimants in Winnipeg
As Manitoba has seen an increase in the number of people who are arriving as refugee claimants to our province, we want to share information on available services. Most often, community members, friends and faith communities play the most significant role in supporting refugee claimants in the community, and this document may assist them in…
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