"We Finally Felt at Home" — Amira's Story
After fleeing conflict and arriving in Ottawa with no local support network, Amira and her family found their footing through NROCRC's newcomer settlement services.
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Every year, NROCRC serves thousands of Ottawa residents. Here are some of the stories behind those numbers — shared with permission to inspire our community.
After fleeing conflict and arriving in Ottawa with no local support network, Amira and her family found their footing through NROCRC's newcomer settlement services.
After his wife passed away, 74-year-old George found himself increasingly isolated. NROCRC's seniors social programs reconnected him with neighbours and gave him purpose as a volunteer.
After losing his job, Marcus came to NROCRC feeling overwhelmed. Our team connected him with the right community resources and provided employment navigation support — and within four months he secured a full-time position.