No, no. Canada is one of the few countries that recognizes sexual orientation as being grounds for persecution. That applies to both our domestic asylum system and to resettlement.
On December 9th, 2010. See this statement in context.
On December 9th, 2010. See this statement in context.
December 9th, 2010 / 1:40 p.m.
Acting Director General, Refugee Affairs, Department of Citizenship and Immigration
No, no. Canada is one of the few countries that recognizes sexual orientation as being grounds for persecution. That applies to both our domestic asylum system and to resettlement.
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