Some information I’ve found helpful…

Part of loving refugees these days is being a truth-teller.

It’s easy for myths to spread about refugee claimants. Myths can become policy or discrimination if we’re not careful. So in an age of “fake news” and the ever-present stereotypes and misinformation about newcomers that have been with us in every age, truth-telling and truth-seeking must be part of what it means to love refugees.

Are Refugees Good for Canada?

The UN Refugee Agency has put together this helpful infographic about the impact of refugees on Canada, especially economically.

What to Know about Irregular Border Crossings

Crossing the Canadian border without going through an official border point in order to make a refugee claim is not a punishable offence.

IAFR Toolkit

A whole set of great resources, including a map of the refugee highway, from the International Association for Refugees.