Refugee Resilience: Fadi from Syria
Celebrating the Resilience of Canada’s Refugees Fadi* arrived in Canada as a refugee, right before a global pandemic hit. He struggled at first but then found his way. This is his story: “I was born in Syria. I studied computer science at the University of Damascus. After the situation escalated, I left for Lebanon and […]
Mentorship Moments: Reem and Golam’s Path to Success
Reem and Golam’s Story Reem* is a recently settled refugee from the Middle East. Golam is a seasoned professional in the banking industry. They recently became mentee and mentors in the Greater Toronto area. This is their story: Reem from the Middle East – Mentee now working in the banking industry: “I was content […]
Mentorship Moments: Giovanna and Laila’s Path to Success
Giovanna and Laila’s Story Laila is a recently settled refugee of Palestinian origin. Giovanna is Vice-Principal at St. Margaret School in Calgary, Alberta. They recently became mentor and mentees and a new friendship blossomed. We asked them both about their mentorship experience and what their first meeting was like. This is their story: GIOVANNA […]