From newcomer to settlement counsellor: Edmontonian bridges gap between cultures
An Edmonton settlement counsellor has a special connection with the newcomers she helps adjust to their new home. Continue reading
Catholic Social Services
No pause in refugee flow expected for Edmonton
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Catholic Social Services, which has handled resettling services for refugees in Edmonton, says it has been able to accommodate Syrian refugees so far. Continue reading
Social agency stresses alcohol-free New Year’s Eve for moms-to-be
When it comes to New Year’s Eve, who doesn’t like a glass of bubbly? While it’s a refreshing way to ring in the new year, an Edmonton social agency has a warning for pregnant women. Continue reading
The horror, the confusion, the hope: A refugee family tells its story
By Erin Chalmers Anchor
A Syrian family, newly arrived in Edmonton, is thanking the city and the country for giving it shelter from the atrocities of war. Continue reading