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New Book Explores Facets of American Life

November 12, 2014January 7, 2015 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

A new book exploring the good, the bad and the nostalgic sides of life and living in America is out. The book, “Long…

How to Be Part of the City of Dayton Neighborhood Leadership Institute

October 29, 2014November 21, 2014 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

Applications are now being accepted for the City of Dayton’s 2015 Neighborhood Leadership Institute (NLI). The institute is a unique opportunity for eligible…

How to qualify for free home weatherization

October 21, 2014July 17, 2015 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

As winter approaches, home owners in  Montgomery country can begin to take advantage of a program that helps with home weatherization. Homeowners and…

Welcome Dayton initiative gets kudos for local leadership

October 21, 2014November 13, 2014 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

 The Chicago Council on Global Affairs has released a report titled, “Reimagining the Midwest: Immigration Initiatives and the Capacity of Local Leadership.”  …

Connectin Food Producers to Consumers

October 21, 2014January 7, 2015 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

Connecting Producers to Consumers is  a new initiative by Montgomery County, Ohio.  The program wants to involve the public in how food gets…

GET YOUR HOME WEATHERIZED THIS WINTER FOR FREE

September 18, 2014October 21, 2014 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

As winter approaches, home owners in  Montgomery country and environs can begin to take advantage of a federal program that helps with home…

Welcoming America seeks immigrant participation

August 19, 2014September 18, 2014 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

The week of September 13-21, 2014, has been set aside to highlight the contributions of immigrants to American communities at a nationwide event called…

Looking for a Job… check out “Hire Dayton”

August 19, 2014November 12, 2014 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

If you are looking for a job in the Dayton region; you are in luck.    Hire Dayton, an employment initiative recently launched by…

All Set for Nigerian Women Cultural Fiesta

August 5, 2014February 8, 2017 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

All is set for the 15th edition of the Nigerian Women Cultural Organization (NWCO) annual cultural event and fundraiser in Dayton Ohio. The…

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Canada Faces Scrutiny Over Returning Refugees Fleeing the U.S.

March 2026 | African Metro News

Canada is facing renewed human rights scrutiny after the Canadian Council for Refugees warned that people seeking safety are being turned back to the United States, exposing them to unsafe conditions, family separation, and the risk of further removal.

In a detailed submission to the United Nations Human Rights Committee ahead of Canada’s March 2026 review, the Canadian Council for Refugees argues that current policies are failing refugees and other vulnerable migrants. At the center of the criticism is the Canada-U.S. Safe Third Country Agreement, which the group says is putting lives at risk by forcing asylum seekers back across the border instead of allowing them to pursue protection claims in Canada.

The report also raises concerns about proposed legal changes that could deny refugee hearings, an overbroad cessation regime that strips some refugees of their status, and an immigration detention system that can leave non-citizens held for indefinite periods.

The organization’s top demand is that Canada immediately withdraw from the Safe Third Country Agreement. It is also calling for the withdrawal of Bill C-12 and for the restoration of status to people who have already lost it.

Why it matters Advocates say returning refugees to the U.S. may expose already vulnerable people to detention, deportation, and broken protection pathways at a moment of rising uncertainty across North America’s asylum system.

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