We can be compassionate about refugees and uphold the law
The people of Toronto-St. Paul’s have shown time and again just how compassionate and understanding to the needs of refugees our community can be.
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Syrian refugees
Downtown law firm joins local church in refugee project
The law firm Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) has partnered with Leaside United Church to aid in the Syrian refugee crisis. Together they have raised enough money to bring a Syrian family to Toronto.
Read moreLocal residents invite you to Supper With Syria
St. Clair Avenue West residents are organizing a traditional Syrian dinner, with an eye to fundraising $70,000 to bring two Syrian refugee families to Ward 21 — and you’re invited.
Read moreChurch wants refugees fast tracked
Kathleen Magladry, head of the committee at Fairlawn United Church that plans to sponsor a Syrian mother and three daughters to come to Canada, says they’ve hit road blocks in expediting the 12-month wait since learning the family may be in danger.
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