Category: Latest News

Al-Alem’s safe after massive blast in Beirut

An eventful year is certainly not getting any less eventful for our Syrian family in Beirut. We have been in contact with the Al-Alem family, and they are all safe following yesterday’s massive explosion in Beirut. Mohammed Al-Alem immediately went to donate blood to help those injured. You can donate to help bring the Al-Alems […]

Janice Skafel receives Burlington150 award

Congratulations to our very own Janice Skafel, chair and lead volunteer on the BDRA committee that sponsored a Syrian family to settle in Canada. Janice has been awarded the Burlington 150 award for her leadership and incredibly hard work helping our Syrian family, and so many others in Burlington over the years. You are an […]