Jeans *UPDATE* May 2024

The family’s settling in London: The family has settled in well in London, Ontario. The children have integrated well into the schools. Shema, the eldest son, is in grade 13. He won't be able to finish high school this year. He is studying the possibility of enrolling in the School within A University (SWAU) program at Huron College of Western University for one term in the next school year.

Driving Licences: Grace has obtained her G2 driver's license. She can now make her plans independently and drive herself.

Shema has obtained his G1 driver's licence. He is taking driving lessons at a driving school in London, Ontario. He plans to do his G2 driving test in the upcoming summer.

Mortgage renewal: As we have obtained a one-year mortgage from a private lender, the current mortgage interest term ends on July 31. The family is working with a mortgage broker to find another lender. This will reduce the amount the family has paid for housing.

Jobs: Jean is still looking for a professional job that matches his passion for peace-building. In the meantime, he has a part-time job, with a one-year contract active until the end of March 31, 2025.  Grace has a full-time job with a contract ending in January 2025. She is currently looking for a permanent position. In December 2023, she graduated from a College with a diploma in accounting and payroll administration.

Other news:

Special anniversary: Jean celebrates his half-century in August. The family plans to invite friends to celebrate his 50th birthday on August 10. The family would appreciate it if supporters who can join them in the southwestern Ontario region could save the date for the celebration.

Visits: The family was delighted to receive visits from Theresa Dunn and Kieth Martin Organ of Arnprior and Andrew and Margret Brockett of Waterloo, in March and May 2024 respectively.

London, Ontario

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