Four years ago, Nest received a letter from an Israeli woman named Sharon (unknown to Nest members), asking if we would consider sponsoring “an exceptionally talented and brilliant young man” named Adil, a Sudanese refugee from Darfur living in Israel. At the age of 17, Adil was forced to flee his village of Golo in Darfur, when the Janjaweed attacked in 2003. He sought safety … Continue reading It began with a letter
Relatives and Nest members welcomed an Eritrean family of four to Saskatoon on November 7, 2024, capping a six-year effort to bring the two sisters and the two children to the city. They were reunited with their brother Zemichael and aunt Saba Andu. Nest originally sponsored Tsega and her two children in 2018. But the application was rejected. Nest tried again in 2020 and added … Continue reading Family reunited!
The 2023 Nest Secret Garden Tour was a big success. The weather was wonderful and the sell-out crowd seemed to enjoy the tour. Thanks to the gardeners who invited us to view their beautiful gardens and to the volunteers who ensured the event ran smoothly. Also thanks to Dutch Growers and Early Farm and Garden Centre for selling passports to the tour. The winner of … Continue reading Secret Garden Tour
How is it that two refugee families from Colombia and Syria have found a “second home” at Shotokan Karate YXE?
One might expect that soccer would be the sport of choice for children from Syria or Colombia. But for two refugee families living in Saskatoon, it is all about karate.
The kids passion for karate is due in large part to the commitment, passion and generosity of Sensei Brad and his staff at Shotokan Karate YXE.
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