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How Syrian refugees are adjusting to their new lives in Toronto
As Syria continues to crumble, Syrian refugees in Canada have been quietly settling into their new lives. And although the initial wave of Syrians being processed through Canada's airports is over, many more are scheduled to arrive in 2018. The Toronto Observer checked in with some of the recent Syrian newcomers to see how they are adjusting to their new lives --- and also spoke with some refugees who are still waiting to come to Canada.
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Benefit concert at church helps refugees find a home
When Mohamed al Chebli fled Syria he left something precious behind.
“I left my mom,...
Canada Votes 2015
Downtown Liberal victor sees immigration and health as priority
The winner in the Parkdale-High Park riding, in Monday night’s federal vote, has put health care at the top of his to-do list as the new MP. On Monday, Parkdale-High Park constituents elected Liberal candidate Arif Virani over NDP incumbent, Peggy Nash. Virani attracted just over 42 per cent of votes, according to the CBC’s Canada Votes website, while Nash garnered just over 40 per cent of ballots.
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