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Originally from Syria, Anas trained to join the workforce in Canada and found a full-time job with help from a United Way partner.
Kuma was tagged as an “at-risk” kid. An Ottawa after-school program helped her crush the stereotypes and overcome her barriers.
There will be a public meeting of community groups involved in the After the Storm table on November 15, 2018.
$211,000 will help neighbourhoods that were hardest hit by tornadoes on September 21.
The social and mental health supports that individuals and families receive in the months ahead will be crucial to long-term recovery.
In the wake of Friday’s devastating storms, United Way Ottawa is working with the Canadian Red Cross and other partners to address both immediate needs and longer-term support.
Together, best friends Charlie and Warner are standing up for LGBTQ+ rights and speaking out about what it’s like to be transgender.
