This statement by the World Refugee & Migration Council’s Chair outlines specific concerns for the civilian populations of both Israel and Gaza, and their protection from the continuing violence and their displacement from their homes.
World Refugee & Migration Council Welcomes Government of Canada’s Efforts to Seize Assets of Sanctioned Oligarch to Assist Ukraine
The World Refugee & Migration Council welcomes and applauds the Government of Canada’s decision to launch proceedings to seize and pursue the forfeiture of US $26 million from Granite Capital Holdings Ltd., a company owned by Roman Abramovich — a Russian oligarch.
Lloyd Axworthy on World Refugee Day: 100 Million Displaced a Crisis of Political Will
WRMC Chair Lloyd Axworthy marks World Refugee Day as 100 million people worldwide are forcibly displaced.
Combating Corruption Internationally a Top Foreign Policy Priority for Canadians
As Russian oligarchs’ assets are seized worldwide in response to Russia’s aggression in Ukraine, Canada has a clear opportunity to significantly ramp up global anti-corruption efforts with its international partners and allies.
Canadians overwhelmingly support an International Anti-Corruption Court
New survey from the WRMC and Angus Reid Institute shows seven in ten Canadians support an International Anti-Corruption Court and a majority believe the government should be taking a lead on combating corruption.