Syrian Refugees and Chris Friesen

: Finding refuge: How B.C. is helping Syrian refugees: are others left out of the generosity Friesen says they're expecting 200 government assisted refugees to arrive in Vancouver by early January and ISS of B.C. is working frantically to train the new volunteers, and match them with refugees, according to CBC. Meanwhile, he says, local churches and schools are creating hundreds of gift baskets full of coffee, grocery vouchers, and messages of welcome, which will be distributed to all refugees arriving in B.C. But the ISS of B.C. is also dealing with another challenge. We have been overwhelmed by the generosity of B.C. residents," said director of settlement services Chris Friesen. This is traditionally the busiest time of year for refugees coming from around the world. We just want to help refugees.'" Friesen says people need to remember that all newcomers need our help and generosity. "And the public by and large has said, 'Yes, in most cases it doesn't matter. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.