Our Guest Is introduces us to a resilient group of people typically grouped together under the term immigrants, but perhaps better described as entrepreneurs, community builders, and survivors.

On today’s episode, we meet Ali Duale, the first Muslim MLA elected in Nova Scotia. He tells about what it was like raising a young family in a refugee camp, his move to Nova Scotia, becoming a firefighter, and making a name as someone who gives back to his community. This quality found its ultimate expression via his decision to enter politics and become a member of Nova Scotia’s Legislative Assembly.