The government-sponsored refugees form a separate category, sponsored by the Government of Canada. Each year there are over 7,000, and the vast majority are referred by the UNHCR.
On December 9th, 2010. See this statement in context.
On December 9th, 2010. See this statement in context.
December 9th, 2010 / 1:20 p.m.
Director General, International Region, Department of Citizenship and Immigration
The government-sponsored refugees form a separate category, sponsored by the Government of Canada. Each year there are over 7,000, and the vast majority are referred by the UNHCR.
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