Gifts From Canada, Changed Lives Overseas
Albania: Keeping families together
After communism collapsed, many farmers had to leave Albania to find work. A centuries-old farming tradition was threatened and families were thrust apart. Thanks to sheep, fathers can reclaim their livelihoods and stay with their families.
Armenia: A pair of socks, boots and plastic bags
Harsh Armenian winters can mean cold, wet feet for children, especially when quality boots are too expensive. Children who’ve worn plastic bags on their feet for months can be warmed through the World Vision Gift Catalogue.
Africa: Goats see families through tough times
If not for Rose’s goat, this year’s “lean season” would have been a particularly hungry one. But money earned from selling one of the goat’s offspring fed Rose and her six brothers until the next harvest.
Myanmar: Boys keep learning, thanks to pig
Cyclone Nargis swept through Myanmar in 2008 flattening both homes and hopes. In the aftermath, few parents could raise money for school tuition fees. But this family received unexpected help — from their pig.
Senegal: Ready and equipped to learn
When families work hard to send their children to school, it’s tragic to have options limited by a lack of supplies and facilities. In Senegal, Canadians are stocking new classrooms through donations to the World Vision Gift Catalogue.
