Comments on: Finding Employment in an Unfamiliar Land

By: Dave Elliott

Dave Elliott — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:51:39 +0000

Hey, Noah…this should be mandatory reading for all the kids that think everything should be handed to them. We should all thank God that we live in a country where choice is the most difficult decision. Should I have the double cheeseburger, or the quarter pounder? This, in a small encapsulated way, is what we truly are blessed to have. Great writing!! My wish would be that more people read this blog.

By: Noah Fleming

Noah Fleming — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:27:18 +0000

Thanks Roby

It would be interesting to hear how your group has helped others with these challenges.

It's good to hear from you. Seeing your name reminded me I have something to do for you which I am not sure I accomplished yet!

Hope you and the fam are well.

Noah

By: RobyDyck

RobyDyck — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:04:36 +0000

P.s. I failed to say that the post was right on. Thank you, Noah.

By: RobyDyck

RobyDyck — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:01:40 +0000

Noah,
I am so pleased that you too are experiencing a refugee family's plight and what they are actually saying and doing about their situations, plus what Canada has been able to do for them, along with the help from an amazing family such as yours.
I too, have been super-blessed with getting involved with LAERC (Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee) and having a small part in the settlement and growth of about 5 families so far in our small Leamington-Kingsville area. Kudos, my man.

By: Noah Fleming

Noah Fleming — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:12:28 +0000

You have been an strong player and leader helping get this family moving in the right direction.

Keep it up.

By: Noah Fleming

Noah Fleming — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:11:08 +0000

Thanks Shaun for commenting and reading.
Like Gavin said above, just one story of many.

I think they will be OK. It will be challenging but they've already been through a lot tougher times.

By: Paul C

Paul C — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:05:15 +0000

This is a wonderful overview of the family and the joys and challenges involved in helping them get started. I am glad you are part of it.

By: Shaun

Shaun — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:35:19 +0000

Awesome post. Thank you for sharing this family's story, I'm glad there's someone like you and your family to help them. It sounds like they will end up ok in the long run.

By: John Kane

John Kane — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:41:33 +0000

What?!
You mean all that government propaganda they jam down our brains on the boob tube is untrue?

Super post.

Times are tough and may end up getting tougher.

Keep it up Noah this good stuff will surely rub off on those that read it.

Great to read the family made it there intact.

I knew of a Vietnamese family that was not so lucky.

I also knew a T-shirt store owner that escaped Iran when the Shah was overthrown.
Great entrepreneur. He was always grateful to be here.
Even when things weren't going well.

By: Noah Fleming

Noah Fleming — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:58:28 +0000

Thanks Gavin
I just went out for a coffee and was having second thoughts. Maybe I am being too harsh on the North American lifestyle. After all, I'm part of it.

I enjoy a cheesy-stuffed crust pizza just as much as the next guy. But there a level of humanity and decency that comes into play when we think of immigrants coming to our country from hardships like these. They havent had those good times…..ever.

We need to share the wealth…If that makes sense