refugees

Canada hasn’t opened its arms to all refugees—we must hold our government accountable

As we praise Canada for welcoming Ukrainian refugees following Russia’s invasion, we must also acknowledge those Canada hasn’t welcomed. All refugees are deserving of our help—not only those from Europe.Continue...

‘Queen’s Refuge’ exhibition running through November

Queen’s Refuge: Refugees and the University is now on display at the W.D. Jordan Rare Books and Special Collections library until Nov. 26.Continue...

Coming to Canada as a refugee

Since confederation in 1867, more than 17 million individuals have come to Canada seeking opportunities from abroad. These folks came from all walks of life, and many were fleeing persecution.Continue...

Students fleeing conflict find new home on campus

As a child, Bassam Al Hamidi didn’t drink Coke.Continue...

Politics students providing Insight on refugees

Very rarely do group projects in class become something students continue to work on after it’s due. For a group of political studies students, one assignment has gone from an idea to a reality.Continue...

Law students support refugees in light of U.S. visa ban

In the wake of the recent United States executive order on immigration, Queen’s Law Refugee Support Program (QLRSP) has penned over 100 letters to the Canadian government in support of taking action.Continue...

Refugee-focused start-up vies for $1 million

This weekend, four Queen’s students will be competing in London, England, to win a million dollars for their refugee-focused online business.

The Hult Prize Foundation, a start-up...Continue...

Queen’s Law students help Syrian refugees adjust to life in Kingston

As thousands of Syrian refugees enter Canada, four third-year Queen’s Law students have been integral in helping refugees adjust to life in Kingston.Continue...

Journal Roundtable: Paris Attacks

A roundtable of The Journal's staff discusses the impact of the November 13 attacks in Paris.Continue...