Tag: newcomer
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Salvation Army Supports Newcomer Family Through a Fresh Start
When Nadia (not her real name) and her family moved to Canada just over two years ago, they were eager to work hard to achieve their goals. They moved into…
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Longtime Volunteer Finds Community Through The Salvation Army
For more than 12 years, Moojin Lee, who goes by MJ, has dedicated much of his time to volunteering with The Salvation Army, helping newcomers, families and children in various…
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Finding Hope in New Country (WATCH)
New to Canada after fleeing Syria, Khadija shares how The Salvation Army supported her family with essentials and a safe, welcoming space for her children.
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Salvation Army Brightens Newcomer’s First Christmas in Canada
Christmas is often a time for family gatherings. For many, it’s the only occasion each year when they can come together with loved ones. For new Canadians, who may have…
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Salvation Army ESL Program Helps Newcomer Adjust to Life in Canada
Less than a year ago, Sara arrived in Calgary to join her husband, who had been in Canada for a few years. At first, navigating a new country and language…
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Salvation Army Helps Newcomer Family With Back-to-School Essentials
Maria Paravicini immigrated to Canada to attend university. Along with her husband and two children, she settled in Sydney, N.S. Like many newcomer families, they faced financial struggles. “It was…
