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Despite its size, the Somali community in Lethbridge is making a substantial impact on the city’s cultural and social fabric. Local leaders, such as Abdulkadir Omar, are quick to highlight the city’s unique opportunities for newcomers. Lethbridge, with its wealth of job opportunities and a particularly welcoming atmosphere, is increasingly becoming a favoured destination for
Brooks, Alberta – The Somali community in Brooks, Alberta, is once again striving to establish a unified community organization. Despite previous setbacks, a dedicated committee led by Mustafa Ali Adan and Ikraan Siraji spearheads the effort. On August 24, 2024, the committee convened a meeting to address the community’s ongoing challenges and present a renewed
Somali-Canadian artist Oomaar Barbar has made an urgent plea for help from the Canadian government while in Norway. In July, Barbar posted a distressing video on TikTok, showing his damaged Canadian passport and appealing for immediate assistance. The incident has raised concerns about his well-being and mental health. Our attempts to reach Barbar for further
Are you a Somali Canadian with stories to tell, experiences to share, and a passion for your community? Ct Somali offers a powerful platform to amplify your voice and make a tangible difference. By writing for us, you can delve into the heart of the Somali Canadian experience, from the unique challenges faced by our
Canada has a rich history of welcoming refugees, including those from Somalia, and has positioned itself well to provide comprehensive mental health support to incoming Somali refugees. Since the influx of Somali refugees began after the collapse of the Somali government in 1991, Canada has endeavoured to provide assistance and care. However, over the years,
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Recently, the Canadian government’s decision to deport hundreds of Somalis has stirred widespread concern and prompted urgent advocacy efforts from various organizations. Advocate Abdullahi, a prominent Workers’ Action Center member, voiced his concerns on a Toronto-based media program, shedding light on the imminent deportation. Illegal entrants now face the imminent risk of being forcibly removed
In the fast-evolving digital media and content creation world, video editing has become essential for many Somali creators, professionals, and enthusiasts. YouTube and Facebook are popular platforms for Somali video creators to reach international audiences. While many of these creators live in Somalia or European countries, some have garnered millions of views worldwide. However, many
The Somali government has taken decisive action against a travel agency scam. This has resulted in the arrest of seven individuals accused of smuggling, fraud, and forgery. The suspects were employed at a Mogadishu-based travel agency called Toronto Tours and Travel Agency. Several social media posts depicted a large gathering outside the agency’s premises late
Introduction Somali Independence Day, also known as Somaliland Day, is an annual celebration observed on July 1st. This momentous day marks the liberation of Somalia from Italian and British colonial rule in 1960. Although the pivotal moment of freedom occurred on June 26th, 1960, the unification of the two territories into the Somali Republic on July
