“The Power of Welcome” public event for World Refugee Day

Saskatoon Refugee Coalition presents “The Power of Welcome” June 19: begins with a march at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday June 19, starting from the Civic Square at Saskatoon City Hall (Third Avenue) with events to follow at the River Landing Amphitheatre, 414 Spadina Crescent East: performances and speeches from 11:45 a.m to 1:15 p.m. and a Refugee Marketplace open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

* World Refugee Day is held each year on June 20, declared by the United Nations refugee agency (UNHCR) to honour the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecutions. Learn more at https://www.unhcr.org/events/world-refugee-day-2025.

Refugee Voices – Every refugee carries a story of pain, loss, and strength. They are not defined by what they have lost, but by how they rebuild with courage. Refugees strive for self-reliance, connection, and the opportunity to support their families. By building inclusive and welcoming communities where everyone feels they belong, we create space for all to contribute and help communities flourish. UNHCR, the United Nations refugee agency, remains dedicated to protecting the displaced, and stands with humanitarian partners across the world. 

Refugee Sponsorship – The Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon is a federally-approved Sponsorship Agreement Holder, with the diocesan Office of Migration administering private refugee sponsorship by parishes each year. For more information about assisting with refugee sponsorship, contact the Office of Migration at: migration@rcdos.ca or call (306) 242-1500 to leave a message.

(The Office of Migration is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal)