TradesLink prepares newcomers for jobs in construction

“I want to work… Any work would be OK,” said Omar, 56, who chose Hamilton because of its substantial Yemeni community. “I don’t want to (receive) welfare, but I need it right now to survive.” After hearing about the Immigrants Working Centre from a member of his community, Omar became the first person to sign… Continue reading TradesLink prepares newcomers for jobs in construction

Int’l Marketplace to celebrate Syrian culture

Hazem Alkanakri, Emad AlKarri and Fadi Al Kanakri will cook Syrian food for the Hamilton community at the 12th annual International Marketplace – Taste of the Middle East on December 2 & 3.

It’s only been four months since Fadi Al Kanakri and Hazem Alkanakri arrived in Canada as Syrian refugees. For Emad AlKarri, just seven months. Today, Hamilton is their home.