Refugee Family

Since 1993, St. Mark’s parishioners have provided resources in support of refugees from numerous countries and cultures. In addition to annual financial grants, furniture and other household items, our parishioners provide practical help and advice about life in their new country. From the first ecumenical group –Christians for Refugees(1993) to Partners for Refugees(2010), St. Mark’s parish has had a strong presence. Assisting the many families as they settled here in HRM we have seen not only a secondary school completion but even a graduation from a local university. Since 2009 this sponsorship initiative has supported 6 related family units making a total of 32 individuals. We have proudly witnessed the arrival of 3 new babies – born at the IWK – Canadian citizens! A lasting legacy indeed !!

Refugee Family