2013 Bursary Recipients
Meet Hadiseh Samadyar: 2013 Newcomer Bursary Recipient
My name is Hadiseh Samadyar. I was born and raised in Iran however; my family is originally from Afghanistan. When I was a little girl I had no hope, about my life and what happen to me in the future. At the time what mattered was staying alive, having food to eat, and having a place to sleep...
Meet Nu Nee: 2013 Newcomer Bursary Recipient
My name is Nu Nee. I am 20 years old. I came from a Thailand refugee camp called Mae La Oon camp. I have been in Regina for six years. I live with my parents and three siblings. I have a younger sister and a younger brother. My parents rent a house in Regina. My mother works part time and...
Meet Karuna Regmi: 2013 Newcomer Bursary Recipient
I have been through various challenges and have experienced both success and failure. My name is Karuna Regmi, I was born and raised as a refugee in West Asian Country of Nepal, until my migration to Canada. I arrived to Canada in 2010 along with my parents; I can say from June 2010 my journey...
Meet Tha Lay Too Paw: 2013 Newcomer Bursary Recipient
I'm from a Thailand refugee camp. When I lived in the camp I didn't get much education so that was hard for me. In 2007, I got a chance to come to Canada. I arrived in Regina on October 8th, 2007. We were so happy to come here and have a better life. I have been in Canada five years. I...
Meet Mu R'Na Hser: 2013 Newcomer Bursary Recipient
I was born in a family who stongerly believed in the importance of education and being hightly motivated by my parents. I have always strived to be the best student. The purpose of applying for the newcomer bursary is I have a long term goals to continue with my social work degree that will...