Brianna Mau

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A Positive Shift: Nacer’s Story

Nacer grew up in Algeria with his parents as an only child. He arrived in Montreal when he was 20 years old because he already knew French, and met his partner there. He moved to Vancouver after 12 years on the east coast and has lived here since....

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Beyond Expectations: Steve's Story

Upon encountering Steve, one is met with a welcoming smile and happy demeanor. A Metro-Vancouverite for his whole life, Steve admits that he has...

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Moving Forward: Dale’s Story

Before coming to Mission Possible, Dale was being placed at various jobs through WorkBC. However, he was disappointed because the jobs would never...

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Community Matriarch: Rosa's Story

Rosa grew up in Prince George after her mom moved her family there. She was never sure why until the news reports about residential schools and...

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The Powerful Impact of our Power Breakfast Volunteers

Every Saturday, eight to ten Mission Possible volunteers serve breakfast and hot drinks to members of the Downtown Eastside community at our Powell...

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Big Changes in a Big City - Renato's Story

Five years ago, Renato was struggling with his mental health, and used alcohol and drugs to cope. When a friend offered a place to stay in a small...

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Home Sweet Home: Diego’s Story

Diego has spent the last 30 years of his life in British Columbia, and the last five living in Vancouver. Having left El Salvador in 1987 due to a...

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Coming Out of His Shell: Terry’s Story

Terry moved back and forth between Alberta and BC when he was growing up, but spent most of his upbringing in Calgary. His childhood is quite foggy,...

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Return-It with Mission Possible!

Mission Possible has a Return-It account now to make donating to our Employment Readiness Program easier! The next time you visit a Return-It Express...

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Finding Safety and Purpose: Shirley’s Story

In 2011, Shirley hopped on a bus from Manitoba to Vancouver after an argument with her sister. Looking back now, she sees that she was young and...

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