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In this new episode of Superheroes Without Borders, we meet 'Others Before Self,' a resilient migrant superhero whose journey is rooted in courage and transformation. From navigating unfamiliar systems to overcoming barriers of language and belonging, they share what first sparked their mission to support others. Drawing strength from their cultural identity, they reveal how their "superpowers," w...

In this new episode of Superheroes Without Borders we meet 'Me,' a young video artist who tells us about his experience as a migrant in Canada, and reflects on the importance in his life of aspects such as freedom, feeling grateful for what has already been achieved, giving himself time in the face of problems, or understanding that, above cultural differences, "we are all human beings."

Superhéroes sin fronteras regresa con un nuevo episodio, en el que conocemos al Capitán Fronteras, un superhéroe que llegó a Canadá desde México con solo 18 años, y que nos comparte cómo ha sido hasta ahora su vida en el nuevo país, su proceso de aprendizaje y de crecimiento, y el porqué de su nombre y de su superpoder: la

En este nuevo episodio de Superhéroes sin fronteras conocemos a Eclipse, un superhéroe migrante de México que ahora reside en Canadá. Eclipse nos comparte su inspirador viaje, desde su travesía por el sur de México hasta su nueva vida en Canadá, enfrentando retos y adversidades. Con su superpoder, ha logrado crear una comunidad llena de personas valiosas. Su nombre, Eclipse, refleja su capacidad d...

In this new episode of Superheroes Without Borders we meet Mama, a migrant superhero from the Gambia, now residing in Canada. Mama shares her inspiring journey, beginning with her travels from Turkey to Canada in 2022, where she faced numerous challenges, including losing her luggage and dealing with administrative issues. Her chosen superhero name, Mama, honors her mother, whom she considers her...

On the last day of this year's Uprooted JR. - Bridging To School Program, families and volunteers share their experiences and tell us what the program has meant for them and for the children who have participated.

This new episode of Superheroes Without Borders features an interview with JJ, a superhero migrant who discusses her journey and motivations. She chose the superhero name JJ to be unique and values empowering women and men. Her migrant journey to Canada was not by choice, but she found purpose in helping others, influenced by her upbringing and cultural background. She faced challenges like living...

The FCJ Refugee Centre Youth Network, in collaboration with Mary Ward Centre, Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto and the CCR Youth Network, is immersed in a project to delve deeper into the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), inviting and mobilizing young newcomers and refugees across Canada to advocate for change, using both these UN goals and Canada’s commitment

In this new episode we meet Super Jolly, a new immigrant to Canada that arrived from Mexico and is full of positive energy and good avice. Super Jolly reveals her superpower ("something that I try to use both for others and for myself," she says) and, among many other things, shares her experience of adapting to a new culture without losing her roots.

En este nuevo episodio de nuestra serie 'Superhéroes sin fronteras' conocemos a Mujer Maravilla, quien nos cuenta cómo descubrió su superpoder, y cómo su experiencia como migrante ha sido fundamental para desarrollarlo y para aprender a ponerlo en práctica ayudando a los demás. Mujer Maravilla nos habla también de su experiencia desde que llegó a Canadá, así como de los desafíos, y también la ayud...

Estrenamos una nueva temporada de nuestra serie 'Superhéroes sin fronteras' con una participación muy especial: Katnisse. Con ella hablamos de su experiencia como recién llegada, los desafíos a los que ha tenido que hacer frente, el reto de vivir el día a día en un nuevo idioma, lo duro que es a veces estar lejos de la familia... Y sobre todo, ¡de su superpoder! Descúbrelo en este nuevo episodio e...

En este nuevo episodio de la serie 'Superhéroes sin fronteras' tenemos el placer de presentar a Honeymoon, que nos desvelará su superpoder y nos hablará también de los desafíos a los que ha tenido que hacer frente como joven migrante en Canadá, de cómo esos desafíos han ido construyendo su personalidad, de la importancia de contar con una red de apoyo y de muchas cosas más.

In this new episode of 'Home is Here' we chat with Lilibeth Rivas, facilitator of our 'Playing to Act' workshop, after the first session of the course. We also hear the thoughts of some of the participants in the program. 'Playing to Act' is a series of 12 sessions where you can learn basic theater knowledge in a fun and supportive environment. It's a great opportunity for young people to explore...

In this new episode of 'Superheroes Without Borders,' we are thrilled to introduce Sakura, a superhero who, among many other things, tells us about the importance of giving people a second chance, reminds us that it's okay to cry when you need it, and shares her experience in Canada, where she arrived from Mexico as a child.

In this new episode of 'Superheroes Without Borders,' we are thrilled to introduce Lucky Lover, a superhero whose name reflects his inspiring journey.

En este nuevo episodio de Superhéroes sin fronteras estamos muy emocionados de presentar a Aurora, una superhéroe que nos habla acerca de los desafíos y las victorias que ha experimentado durante su trayectoria para encontrar su súper poder. Aurora nos cuenta acerca de la importancia de estar rodeados de personas que nos apoyen.

In the upcoming episode of Superheroes Without Borders, we are thrilled to introduce Heaven, a superhero whose name reflects her inspiring journey.

In the inaugural episode of Superheroes Without Borders we meet Simran, a 20-year-old girl from India who is still deliberating on her superhero alias (with a humorous twist). Simran takes us on a captivating journey, recounting her experiences transitioning from a secure and privileged life in India to navigating the unfamiliar terrain of Canada.

Jocelyn and Min Lee, two volunteer teachers from the University of Toronto chapter of MusicBox, offering free music classes hosted at the FCJ Refugee Centre for children aged 6-12, share their experience after this edition of the program.

The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 24 January as International Day of Education, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development. In this special edition of Home is Here we take a closer look at the reality faced by refugee and non-status children and youth when it comes to accessing the education system in Canada. The epsiode includes a conversation with doctor Tyler...

With the season of Thanksgiving and Black Friday, we see a lot of purchasing and buying for ourselves. Following week, on Giving Tuesday we take that initiative to give back to the community.

As part of the Stay Awake Campaign, Shadi Shahkhalili, Anti-Human Trafficking – Migrant Case at FCJ Refugee Centre, talks about our Anti-Human Trafficking Program, which includes three main projects: the Migrant Workers Mobile Program, the Migrant Women’s Counter Human Trafficking Alliance, and the Youth Alliance Against Human Trafficking. If you need support related to human trafficking and migra...

We’d like to introduce the #StayAwakeCampaign, a three-week campaign to raise awareness around the issue of Human Trafficking amongst precarious migrant youth. We talked about it with Victoria Zea, the Anti-Human Trafficking – Youth Coordinator at FCJ Refugee Centre.

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