Fundamental Rights: Russia

Russia: Chris Alexander said Monday in Surrey, B.C., that Russia has taken the wrong path in restricting the fundamental rights of its gay community, and that any refugee claims related to this particular issue will of course be looked at very seriously by our very generous system. More Related to this Story, according to Globe and Mail. Harper joins controversy over Russia #039;s anti-gay law Canadas refugee board is likely to look favourably on claims of persecution by gay asylum-seekers from Russia, the Immigration Minister says. Baird talks international relations on Latin America tour (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.