Calgarian trying to get sister out of Gaza encounters hurdles with government program
The new federal program requires having a direct relative in Canada to sponsor refugees and cover their financial needs for up to a year after their arrival.
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The new federal program requires having a direct relative in Canada to sponsor refugees and cover their financial needs for up to a year after their arrival.