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Valley Mentors: Bridging Generations

Valley Mentors: Bridging Generations

By: Local Immigration Partnership
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 Valley Mentors: Bridging Generations is a podcast where we speak with seniors, immigrants, and mentors from across the Ottawa Valley, hearing their amazing life experiences, advice, and stories. We can’t wait to introduce you to the people who make up the Ottawa Valley. Whether you want to make a difference, learn more about Lanark & Renfrew, or hear some pretty incredible stories, this is the place to be! Thank you to the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program for providing partial funding to produce this podcast, as well as other projects we are working on with our partners.Local Immigration Partnership Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Episode 9: Karthi - 'It's all an adventure'

    Episode 9: Karthi - 'It's all an adventure'
    May 15 2025

    Join us for an inspiring conversation with Karthi, the CEO of the Pembroke Public Library! From embracing every opportunity and challenge when she first arrived in Canada to becoming the go-to person for welcoming newcomers to Pembroke and beyond, Karthi’s story is one of resilience, community, and leadership. Don’t miss this incredible discussion!
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    40 mins
  • Episode 8: Theresa - 'Our sense of the World'

    Episode 8: Theresa - 'Our sense of the World'
    May 8 2025

    Ever wondered what peaceful conflict resolution or peace mediation is? Join us as Theresa from Arnprior takes us through her inspiring life story—growing up as a child of Maltese immigrants and how this sparked her passion for helping others. Discover her career in conflict resolution and peace mediation, and how it led to the creation of Arnprior Cares, a group dedicated to supporting refugees.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 7: Ruby

    Episode 7: Ruby
    May 1 2025

    Join us as Ruby from Deep River shares the invaluable life lessons and insights she's gained, including her journey immigrating from the Philippines, the profound impact a welcoming community had on her and her family, and her deep passion for giving back through the Senior Friendship Club.
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    49 mins

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