Jellina Duncan

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Staying Positive & Moving Forward: Oliver's Story

Oliver moved to Canada in 1994, originally settling down with his family in Quebec before coming to the West Coast in 2024, looking for a change in life. When he arrived in Vancouver, he was staying in a nearby shelter while looking for work and a...

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Sandra's Story: Finding Stability and Stepping Up

Sandra has lived in the Metro Vancouver area her entire life and described her early years as being easy. She had a strong relationship with her dad...

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“If Everybody Does a Little Bit”: One Woman’s Empowerment Journey

Elizabeth came to Canada in 2003 because she has always liked the beauty of the country. While she was originally sponsored by a local family, the...

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Renewed Confidence: Darlene's Story

Darlene was born on the Snuneymuxw reserve in Nanaimo to a dysfunctional family. Being the eldest of four, she was responsible for the care of her...

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Creating Hope for Lasting Change with Vets Manor

Vets Manor opened its doors in 1986 as the first residential complex of its kind, providing a home to veterans who were experiencing housing...

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Strength Through Leadership: Reuben's Story

Originally from Kenya, Reuben came to Canada in the summer of 2023. He initially stayed with a fellow church member, but then moved into a shelter in...

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Trudi's Story: Building a Sustainable Livelihood with Tenacity

Trudi was born and raised in Barbados, and moved to North America when she participated in a student exchange program in Missouri. Her desire to make...

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A Loved One's Perspective: Dale's Gala Reflection

The Mission Possible Annual Gala brings together Mission Possible associates, their loved ones, caring community leaders, and dedicated supporters in...

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Ayush's Story: Compassion for Community

“Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.” Ayush came across this Chinese proverb in high...

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Grimm's Story: Community, Food, and Creating Change

Grimm was born in Alert Bay, a small island off the coast of Port McNeil, but he spent much of his life moving back and forth between Alberta and BC....

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