Free haircuts serve as a way to welcome Afghan refugees to their new life in Calgary
CBC
As dozens of Afghan refugees start to get settled in Calgary, following a chaotic and heart-wrenching exit from their home, some began to feel the need for a new look to go along with their new life.
"Because they weren't prepared when they left Kabul, it kind of happened last minute, so some of them were feeling quite unkempt," said Bindu Narula, director of settlement and integration services for the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society.
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"We just feel very honoured," said Amanda Weightman, manager of Goat Salon.
"A lot of us have immigrant backgrounds, and so I think it's an issue close to our hearts as well," added Weightman.
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