# Elder Refugee’s Fight for Stay

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Podcast: [Vancouver News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/vancouver-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7592122)
Published: 2026-06-17T23:56:10+00:00
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An 81-year-old Canadian refugee from Lebanon, granted status to escape terrorist threats, flew back five times to care for sick family and attend funerals—only to have his residency revoked for “voluntarily re-availed” himself of danger. Despite dementia, covering his face, and visiting hospitals in quiet villages, immigration officials deemed his efforts insufficient “hiding.” But the Federal Court overturned the decision, ruling the board misread the legal standard—focusing on “living in hiding” instead of whether he took any precautions. The case is now being sent back for reconsideration. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bdeba2b1abf603fb

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