It’s been one year today since Russia invaded Ukraine
More than 150,000 Ukrainians made their way to Canada under a special program since conflict began
Their coach described the team’s presence at noted peewee tourney as ‘almost a miracle’
Community members, elected officials rally behind plight of Grace Mukadzambo
Special thanks to the many volunteers and local businesses that have helped the Ashrafis settle in
Many newcomers are women and children, separated from male members of their family
Immigration department would not confirm the move, citing security risks
West Kootenay Friends of Refugees looks forward to getting Maluf Ashragi back on his skis
Inna Fomina’s story one of horror and displacement, but also one of hope and resilience
President denying Venezuelans the chance to request asylum ahead of midterm elections
‘They are killing innocent women or hitting them in the middle of the street because of a piece of fabric’
About 177 refugees were welcomed by the province
All proceeds to benefit an Afghan family of four soon to arrive in the West Kootenay
WKFOR will be raising funds to support this family for a year
Connecting with Canadian hosts online can leave refugee families open to exploitation
Kalesnikoff Lumber provides job for Ukrainian refugee
The Didenkos hope to rent a unit nearby as their 5-year-old daughter enters kindergarten