Afghan human rights defenders arrive in Canada

Originally published at: https://africaextended.com/news/immigration-news/afghan-human-rights-defenders-arrive-in-canada/

January 11, 2022—Ottawa—For 2 decades, Canadians have worked side by side with Afghan nationals to improve security, democracy and human rights in Afghanistan. Now Canada is welcoming people who face risks as a result of this vitally important work. The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today announced the arrival in Canada…