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Racism and xenophobia

Resolution number
3
Whereas
  1. Racism and xenophobia, especially as directed towards immigrants and refugees, is alive and well in Canada;
  2. This is manifested through legislation, policy and practice and has a brutal and lasting impact on immigrants and refugees;
Therefore be it resolved

That the CCR:

  1. Ask the government to report periodically on how it is countering racism and xenophobia with specific attention to the impact on immigrants and refugees;
  2. Ask the government of Canada to establish an independent review body to review, with respect to racism and xenophobia, programs and policies that have a bearing on refugees and immigrants;
  3. Ask the federal and provincial governments to implement mandatory anti-racism training for all their employees.
Subject
Racism
Working Group
Immigration and Settlement