Syrian Refugee Support Group

• 20-year-old victim of Calgary targeted shooting identified by police

  An autopsy confirmed 20-year-old Ali Al-Aqal was the victim of the shooting.

  Crime

  Mar 23, 2022
  
• Syrian family embracing fresh start in Calgary while honouring home with new business

  After moving to Calgary to flee the civil war in Syria, the Ghanam family is paying tribute to their heritage in their new business: a food truck called Shahba Shawarma. 

  Features

  May 22, 2018
  
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• Calgarians pledge to support Syrian refugee family after 29-year-old dad loses cancer battle

  After a six-year battle with cancer, a Syrian refugee living in Calgary has passed away, leaving behind his wife and two young children.

  Jan 9, 2017
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• Syrian refugees show gratitude as one year anniversary fast approaches

  On Thanksgiving Monday, dozens of Calgary's newcomers gathered for the '2nd Annual Walk to Support Refugees' to show their gratitude.

  Lifestyle

  Oct 10, 2016