Campaign: Busting Myths about Refugees in Canada

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Here are a few of the myths we bust:

1. MYTH: Refugees are not our responsibility and Canada is overburdened by a refugee crisis.
FACT: Canada shares the global responsibility to provide refuge for those fleeing war and persecution.

2. MYTH: Refugees unfairly take jobs and opportunities from Canadians.
FACT: Refugees possess many talents, skills and competencies and help contribute to the continued growth and prosperity of the domestic economy.

3.MYTH: Refugees unfairly skip ahead of immigrants.
FACT: The number of refugees accommodated does not affect the ability of immigrants to enter Canada.

4.MYTH: Canada’s refugee system is filled with “bogus” refugee claimants who abuse the system.
FACT: Refugees legitimately come to Canada to escape violence and persecution. Those applying for refugee status in Canada are required to pass several layers of screening and approval.

5.MYTH: Canada’s refugee system is filled with “bogus” refugee claimants who abuse the system.
FACT: Refugees legitimately come to Canada to escape violence and persecution. Those applying for refugee status in Canada are required to pass several layers of screening and approval.