Celebrating with cake, flags,
the singing of Oh Canada and her friends,
"M" enjoys a very special day!
Several years ago, while helping people we support prepare for a tropical vacation, staff discovered that "M" was not a Canadian citizen as was formerly believed. "M" needed a passport to travel and was not eligible for a refund if she cancelled. It would be such a disappointment as well as a loss of all the money she had saved. Her support worker, "R", contacted both local politicians and the Japanese consulate to obtain the needed passport. She moved Heaven and Earth to make it happen. With only two days to spare, "M" got the passport and was able to enjoy her tropical holiday.
Numerous phone calls and trips to Toronto were required to solve the problem but it was done because "M's" needs came first. It was too important for her quality of life to give up in the face of an obviously tight time line and the difficulties of red tape.
Now, finally, "M" is becoming a Canadian!
On January 16, we held a reception to celebrate and congratulate her on her new status. Donning red and white hats, and waving paper Canadian flags we shared in her excitement, joined in as she led us in the singing of Oh Canada, and enjoyed the giant cake adorned with a Canada flag.
Special thanks to "R" for making this happen and to everyone who organized and attended this special celebration for "M".
We're happy for her eh!
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