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Five years on, Syrian families have found their way Poll Should authorities crack down on churches that break public health orders for capacity, social distancing and masks? Yes Five years ago the first Syrian refugees arrived in Medicine Hat on Dec. 29, 2015. Saamis Immigration Services Association rapidly expanded services and programming and are thrilled to see the progress the newcomers have made. In the front office of the organization are executive director Antonio Samayoa, manager of settlement Marie-Claude Scahill and senior program manager Marijana Agicic. NEWS PHOTO GILLIAN SLADE Five years ago the first Syrian refugees arrived in Medicine Hat. Staff at Saamis Immigration Services Association, who helped them settle in, can hardly believe so much time has passed since the first family arrived on Dec. 29, 2015. ....