Salvation Army Makes Family’s First Christmas in Canada Special
The Salvation Army
Published: Dec 04, 2025
The Salvation Army
Excerpt
When Ouafaa Eladmi and her family moved to Canada three years ago, she knew they were embarking on a transitional period that might require some sacrifices, one of them being the Christmas season.
The family, originally from Casablanca, Morocco, first had to adapt to their new surroundings. The move from a big city to a small town such as High River, Alta., was a significant change. With no family or many friends around, Ouafaa was expecting a toned-down Christmas.
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