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flag Toronto shelter faces holiday surge in refugee claimants, sparking debate over systemic racism.

flag Toronto shelter workers report that the holiday season is particularly challenging for homeless individuals, especially refugee claimants, with colder temperatures and feelings of isolation intensifying their struggles. flag The city's shelter system saw a significant increase in refugee claimants, from over 2,500 in early 2023 to nearly 4,200 by the end of the year. flag Despite these challenges, shelters have hosted holiday parties to foster community. flag However, Toronto's Ombudsman Kwame Addo criticized the city's decision to bar refugee claimants from base shelter beds, labeling it systemic racism, though the city manager did not agree with the findings.

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