Protesters said they want the government to grant permanent status to all refugees across Canada on humanitarian and compassionate grounds. Some held signs that said: "Refugees are the future of Canada" and "Refugees need their Canadian identity." Wahab Khan, an organizer of the rally, said many jobs being done by refugees across the country are considered essential. Khan said refugees are working hard during the COVID-19 crisis and the government should grant them permanent status regardless of their trades or professions. If she were to receive permanent residency status, Atta said: "I don't think words can describe the feeling — that's the truth.

Source: CBC News June 20, 2020 23:03 UTC