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June 24, 2025
Impact Story
Fathiya J.’s arrival in Calgary from Ethiopia in 2023, was meant to be the start of a new “dream” life with her husband, who had sponsored her.
However, just four months later the dream was shattered. The two separated, and she was alone in a strange country.
Determined to build a life for herself, Fathiya started LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) classes and worked as a cleaner. But the struggle to survive and the threat of homelessness continued until TIES stepped in.
TIES was able to negotiate short-term financial help for Fathiya from her former husband, her landlord and the Muslim Council of Calgary. It also helped her secure a part-time job and connected her with the Calgary Food Bank and WINS (Women in Need) for help with food and clothing.
TIES also facilitated access to reliable transportation and aided Fathiya in filing her tax return, enabling her to get access to various assistance programs.
The anxiety Fathiya felt throughout this journey – grappling with language barriers, financial insecurity, and the trauma of her past – was visible. Yet, the consistent and multifaceted support from the TIES team and the wider community, has brought about a remarkable transformation.
Today, Fathiya faces the future not with fear, but with a burgeoning sense of hope and a quiet strength. A strength she didn’t even know she had.
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