Issues and Actions
Refugee Assistance
The Resettlement of Refugees in Canada - Mennonite Involvement
Mennonite churches across Canada - through MCC - have continued to sponsor refugees. Over the past 24 years, we have helped approximately 15,000 refugees...
Assisting Refugees in Canada
Robert and Irene Hedlin are pioneers in sponsoring refugees through MCC. Beginning in 1979, they helped Vietnamese and Chinese "boat people" start a new life in Canada.
Ensuring Refugee Rights
At the UN's Commission on Human Rights in Geneva this year, there was significant progress made on extending rights to refugees.
Why we are Losing our Welcoming Tradition
In recent years, there has been a trend within many countries, mostly in the West, to raise barriers which keep out asylum-seekers.
No Room at the Inn? Take the Underground Railroad
A new agreement to stem the flow of refugees was signed in Washington by the Governments of Canada and the USA in early December.... Ironically, as one door officially closes, an old one will re-open.
Colombian Traffic
The number of Colombians claiming refugee status in Canada has been steadily increasing over the past few years.
World Wide Refugee Crisis
There are an estimated 15 million refugees worldwide. Most find refuge in neighbouring countries, hoping for the day they can return home. For many, the best but bittersweet solution is a new life in a far off country, like Canada.
