A Lasting Friendship
By Tiannah Prud’Homme Growing up, I lived in a single parent household with three other siblings. With my mom being the only caregiver for us, I needed an extra role model. It was hard enough for her to care for four kids, let alone spent quality time with one of us. My mom reached out […]
Local Police Officer Making a Difference
Story Credit: Halifax Regional Police – APB Newsletter – January February 2018 Edition WHAT IF EVERY CHILD’S POTENTIAL WAS FULFILLED? Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Halifax (BBBSGH) inspires and empowers youth to realize their full potential. The organization pairs youth who face adversity with one-toone mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better, […]
Welcoming Syrian Newcomer Children and Youth
Change can be a scary thing. For siblings, Zain (6), Jamal (8), and Dina (9), change and fear were common to their childhood. Zain, Jamal and Dina grew up in Syria where there has been ongoing conflict for several years. Earlier this year, the family finally found safety and refuge when they immigrated to Hamilton, [...]
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A Rewarding Experience
I had always had a dream where I would be able to leave the confinements of my two bedroom apartment back home in Pakistan. Being the youngest child in a family of five, you quickly get to realize that the couch surprisingly doubles as a very comfy bed. Little did I know that I was [...]
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Celebrating a 20 year Sister Bond!
Hi, my name is Kristie. I'm 30 years old and I still often confuse people when I talk about my "big sister". Thank-you for all that this organization does. I've often been asked how I've overcame so many odds despite my upbringing and I truly know in my heart it's the impact of the care [...]
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