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Nova Scotia Immigration Minister Lena Diab and Immigration Services of Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia government estimates: Nova Scotia Immigration Minister Lena Diab says she feels a connection with the displaced, according to CTV. I've lived through war myself," she said. The Nova Scotia government estimates the province will welcome 20 to 30 Syrian families in the coming weeks. I believe it incumbent on us to take those who are most vulnerable and who are in need of most of our help. But Gerry Mills of the Immigration Services of Nova Scotia says Arabic speakers and volunteers are needed. A number of groups are leading efforts to sponsor refugees with full support of the province. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.