Strong, Resilient, and Canadian: Khadija’s Journey to Citizenship
Originally from Syria, Khadija arrived in Canada in 2015 as a refugee alongside her mother. Like many newcomers, her biggest challenge first stepping into Canada was learning a new language, a barrier made greater by her visual impairment, which left her facing both a literacy challenge and a physical one. Khadija spent the first few years of her life in Saskatoon very isolated while living in an unfamiliar city that felt largely inaccessible, dependent on her elderly mother and disconnected from her community.
Giving Tuesday 2025
This Giving Tuesday, help stock the Global Gathering Place’s Nutrien Nourish Nook and support GGP’s newcomer families in emergency situations.
Finding Connections and Lasting Friendships in New Home
Geetika is one of sixteen newcomer women attending WELL each week. She shares how the program has enriched her life and the value of participating in these sessions.
Celebrating International Mother Language Day
You may be aware that February 21st is Canada’s Family Day, but did you know it is also International Mother Language Day? We spoke with members of the GGP community about their relationship to their mother language. You will hear from parents teaching their language to their children and interpreters from our Cultural Health Navigator program who know exactly how vital shared language can be.
Farkhonda, an Afghan refugee, shares about her journey and message to Saskatoon
Hear from Farkhonda, a newly arrived Afghan refugee, about escaping Afghanistan, arriving to Saskatoon, joining GGP programs, and what she wants Saskatoon to know.
Refugee landings during Covid-19: Finally increasing but challenges remain
Among its many other impacts, the pandemic halted the arrival of refugees in Canada. Now, more refugees are finally able to land in Canada, but Covid-19 continues to complicate settlement.
Nearly 900 Covid-19 vaccination doses delivered through GGP-hosted clinics
GGP hosted four Covid-19 vaccination clinics that resulted in 900 doses of vaccine delivered to refugee and immigrant clients. Not only were they highly efficient, these clinics were joyful events for all.
Integrating and thriving with vision loss: GGP’s partnership with Vision Loss Rehabilitation Saskatchewan
Learn about how GGP and Vision Loss Rehab Sask. partner to support newcomers with vision loss in achieving their settlement goals.
Kavitha’s Story: GGP Transforms the Lives of Newcomers to Canada
I came to Saskatoon, Canada from India on September 8th 2020. I was welcomed with the greens turning to orange and yellow hues and for some time I forgot all […]
Refugee Health in Saskatoon: An Interview with Dr. Yvonne Blonde
REACH Clinic’s Dr. Blonde shares insights on the landscape of refugee health in Saskatoon, what patient advocacy can look like, and the culture change that is underway.