Family: Al Zhouri and Father

family: They had nothing to drink or eat except raw almonds, and the terrified 15-year-old thought he'd never see his father again after they were separated, according to The Chronicle Herald. Al Zhouri was still haunted by the memories of the Syrian Civil War when he and his family arrived in Canada as refugees last year. Six years ago he was fleeing a war-torn city with his father, walking all night and taking cover during daylight. He'd never spoken English before, but says having very few Arabic-speakers in the town forced him to grasp the new language quickly. Although he'd never acted before, the role of unhappy refugee Prince Amir seemed like it was meant for him. He was surprised to be asked to perform in Theatre Antigonish's production of The Ash Girl a modern adaptation of Cinderella. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.