When arriving in a new country as a teenager or young adult, there are so many challenges to overcome. Success in schooling requires mastering a new language, learning a different curriculum, understanding unfamiliar teaching methods, and making new friends.
Welcome to
The Wiltshire Education Society
Supporting students from war-torn regions to complete their education in Canada and to maintain ties with their families
WES Projects
WES supports young women and men who have left unsafe situations in their home countries and are building new lives in central Vancouver Island.
WES Newcomer Scholarships
Newcomer Scholarships can be used for tuition fees to take courses run by recognized institutions (e.g. college, university, community organization) and for any materials (e.g. books, stationery, equipment) necessary to complete the course.
Volunteer Make a Difference
We hold regular fund-raising events and we are always looking for new volunteers with a variety of interests and skills to help us in our fund-raising efforts.
If you would like to be actively involved in the Society, consider applying to become a member of the WES Core Group. We are a convivial group who meet quarterly to get updates, make decisions and enjoy each others’ company!
Get involved
Become a Friend of WES
For an annual donation of $25, you can play an active role in our latest projects. Any contribution, large or small, will make a difference to the lives of newcomers in our community.
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