Why have so few Syrian refugees gone to Canada and Australia even though they are welcomed in these countries?

Question

a) Israel's government will not allow Syrian refugees to pass through its country.
b) The distance makes it difficult to get there.
c) The conditions of poverty are even worse in Canada and Australia.
d) The Syrian government does not have good relations with these countries.

Answer 1

The main reason that so few Syrian refugees have gone to Canada and Australia, despite these countries being welcoming, is primarily due to b) The distance makes it difficult to get there.

Many Syrian refugees are located in regions closer to neighboring countries, such as Turkey, Lebanon, and Jordan, from which they often seek asylum in countries in the Middle East or Europe, closer to their current situation. The geographical distance to Canada and Australia poses significant logistical challenges and barriers for those seeking to relocate.