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Choose 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 MoreReflection by Volunteer Support Team Member: Charles Shamess
A Reflection by Charles Shamess, a Volunteer Support Group member Volunteering with Syrian refugee families over the past year has been a roller coaster of emotions. The anxiety that comes…
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 MoreLisa Jackson reflects on being a Volunteer Support Team Member
A Reflection by Lisa Jackson, a Volunteer Support Group member “The best part of this whole process is that our family has become friends with this Syrian family. True…
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 MoreHelping Newcomers Find Community At the Heart of Community Giving
Donating to the New Canadians Centre is important to Mary Breen and Craig Paterson because they believe in the NCC’s mission of helping newcomers find work, housing, friends, acceptance, and…
Read MoreMake a Positive & Lasting Impact in Peterborough
“I’ve been interested in the work of the New Canadians Centre for quite some time. When they took the lead on Syrian Refugee Resettlement in Peterborough, I felt it was…
Read MoreIntegration Builds Strong Communities
“Thank you for doing all the wonderful things you do to make our community rich with the integration of our new friends!”- Cam Douglas, Volunteer & Donor of New Canadians…
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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