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This web page provides an advisory opinion by Guy S. Goodwin-Gill on the interpretation of Articles 25, 27, 28 of 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees. These articles deal with the rights of refugees who do not have identity documents required to obtain landed (permanent resident) status. The report considers relevant international law standards, the background and scope of the above articles, an overview of current Canadian law and practice and how these relate to international standards. It concludes with a number of recommendations. A full list of United Nations High Commissioner for Refugee Comments on Canada's refugee policies can also be viewed. [Descriptors: Migration - Refugees and Immigration, International]