Stories
Celebrating the Power of Youth: International Youth Day 2024
Every year on August 12, the world unites to celebrate International Youth Day, recognizing the immense potential and impact of the younger generation. Youth, often defined as individuals between the…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Olajumoke Fatoki
Meet Olajumoke Fatoki! Pronouns: she/herVolunteer Role/Position(s): Refugee Support Team Leader/Member & Special Events VolunteerVolunteering Since: January 2024Languages: English & Yoruba Why do you love volunteering at our Centre?“I love volunteering at the New Canadians Centre…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Paul Aoki
Meet Paul Aoki! Volunteer Role/Position(s): Group FacilitatorVolunteering Since: 2019Languages: “I speak English and Spanish and I volunteer as a teacher in both languages.” Why do you love volunteering at our Centre?“I assist in a beginners English…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Karen Taylor
Meet Karen Taylor! Volunteer Role/Position(s): Refugee Support Team MemberVolunteering Since: April 2013Languages: “English, some French and Spanish, and, thanks to the family I’m working with, a few very badly pronounced words in Kinyarwanda” Why…
Read More“I Learned to Trust Myself”
I won’t lie – it can get pretty boring being a carpenter square. I help you to draw straight lines at different angles. Next to the power tools that whirr…
Read More“Hi! I am your neighbour”
“Our Neighbourhood” introduces the community to the compelling stories of six newcomers who have made Nogojiwanong-Peterborough their home and neighbourhood. The videos delve into the unique stories and journeys of…
Read MoreYou Create the Opportunity to Respond
Dear Friend, On this cold winter day, can you use some good news? I received this letter from a partner organisation about one of our clients: This made my day!…
Read More“Be kind”
In a rapidly changing world, there are those who remain steadfast in their commitment to community support. Meet Lou Marles, an Information Technology (IT) contractor who has played an important…
Read MoreA New Family for Me
Edited 28 December 2023: We love to cook at the Women’s Group, like a big family. Do you have a favourite dish that reminds you of family? This Chilaquiles recipe…
Read MoreCultural Fusions
To celebrate multiculturalism in Peterborough, we have created Cultural Fusions, a series of six videos showcasing different cultures and traditions through dance and music performances. Cultural Fusion brings dancers and…
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