Client Success Stories
World Refugee Day 2018: From the Ivory Coast of Africa to Peterborough, Bintou & Aicha are chasing their dreams
Growing up in a refugee settlement in the Ivory Coast of Africa, Bintou and Aicha Cherif didn’t have access to electricity or running water. They spent most of their days…
Read MoreRecipe for Success: Bintou and Aicha’s story
A story of hope, dreams, and resilience made possible through community support Growing up in a refugee settlement in the Ivory Coast of Africa, sisters Bintou and Aicha Cherif…
Read MoreChoose Hope Today
“I’ve learned what a hard worker Omar is. I only have to show him something once, and he’s got it mastered.” — Sue Houde, Two Dishes Cookshop Sue Houde wasn’t…
Read MoreBecause of you, Wesal and her family are safe
As a supporter of the New Canadians Centre, you have joined us in making a difference in the lives of newcomers from all over the world. Your support enables…
Read MoreNew Build Gives Syrian Newcomers Valuable Work Experience
When Gabriele Zeh-Abramsky decided she wanted to build a new house, she knew the crew had to include newcomers from Syria. “I’ve known Brian McNeely, the foreman on this build…
Read MoreSyrian Women In Peterborough Say Thank You With Hand-Sewn Canadian Flags
In the Sunflower Room at the New Canadians Centre (NCC) in Peterborough, Ont., six women are busy sewing Canadian flags. Grateful for the support and friendship extended to them since…
Read MoreWill you join us and choose hope?
Hope is freedom from fear. Hope is the resilience of 48 refugee families who have come to Peterborough, searching for a better life. Hope is a safe haven.…
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