Immigration News
Winter Has Arrived! What Should I Wear?
It is important to know what to wear in winter to keep children (and adults) warm and safe. The Saskatchewan SWIS (Settlement Workers in Schools) website has information of interest to parents, teachers and students. There is also some information about winter...
Brrrrrrr.... Canadian Winters a Shock for Newcomers!
Leader Post, 7 Dec 2015. Story by Jennifer Graham, The Canadian Press It was a frigid February in 1985 when Getachew Woldeyesus arrived in Saskatchewan as a refugee. The young man from Ethopia stayed inside for two months. “Because you don’t know, is it slippery out there? Are you wearing...
Syrian Refugees - Destination Communities
From CIC (Citizenship and Immigration) Website Refugees arriving from Syria will be a mix of government-assisted refugees (GARs), privately sponsored refugees (PSRs), and blended visa office-referred refugees (BVORs). Where they will go after arriving in Canada—known as their...
Events in Support of Refugees
Events in Support of Refugees! Come Out for Some Fun!From Regina Open Door Website: As RODS prepares for the arrival of the Syrian Refugees, our community has pulled together to support and welcome them with open hands and hearts. A few local businesses are hosting events in support of...
Hany's Story Continued - Lives Interrupted
From the Regina Leader Post - Saturday December 5, 2015 As Canada prepares to receive 25,000 Syrian refugees by March, we look at the experience of some who have already arrived in Regina. Photographer Hany al Moulia, 22, described to Austin M. Davis what drove his family out of their...
Syrian Refugees in Regina - How to HELP! Get Involved!
In addition to volunteering and donating, there are other ways that you can assist in helping newcomers settle into our community. Offer Affordable Housing Are you a landlord in Regina who can provide temporary or permanent housing to refugees? For more information, please...
Syrian Refugees in Regina - How to HELP! Become a Sponsor!
Sponsor a Syrian Refugee The Government of Canada provides information on sponsoring a refugee. The Refugee Sponsorship Training Program provides education on refugee sponsorship. Contribute to a Sponsorship Agreement Holder (SAH) Consider contributing to an organization who is...
Syrian Refugees in Regina - How to HELP! Volunteer!
Regina residents are well-known for their volunteerism and this provides yet another opportunity for you to show you care. Some of the best ways residents can continue to volunteer include: Volunteer with the Regina Open Door Society (RODS)Volunteers are matched up to mentor newcomers (adults...
Syrian Refugees in Regina! How to Help? Frequently Asked Questions
As millions of Syrians continue to be displaced due to conflict in their home country, the Government of Canada will work with Canadians to welcome 25,000 Syrian refugees. The City of Regina is pleased to support the Regina Open Door Society (RODS) and the community to help newcomers settle...
Regina Residents Showcase Our Caring Community!
Community Announcement - City of Regina December 1, 2015 The City of Regina and the Regina Open Door Society are pleased to announce that household goods, furniture and clothing donations have been very generous and immediate donation needs for the Syrian refugees have been met....
