But as undocumented migrants, Rita and Robert live with the uncertainty that comes with not having the paperwork to live and work in Canada legally. They're among thousands of undocumented migrants living and working in Metro Vancouver for whom getting a COVID-19 vaccine feels risky. But many undocumented migrants are uncomfortable handing over their address to authorities, out of fear it could be the first step to being found out and deported. Fear of deportation could mean thousands of undocumented migrants avoid getting vaccinated, say advocates. More than 10,000 undocumented migrants live in Metro Vancouver, according to Cruz.

Source: CBC News April 26, 2021 18:24 UTC