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Getting to Know Joana Castro Simonini, Director of Immigration Legal Services at Canal Alliance
Posted: March 21, 2023
Canal Alliance is thrilled to announce Joana Castro Simonini’s promotion to Director of Immigration Legal services (ILS). Joana’s passion for immigration law has been with her since the beginning of law school and motivates her in her work for Canal Alliance and for our clients. In fact, Joana first came to Canal Alliance as a client herself.
San Rafael tenants call for rent control in Canal neighborhood
Posted: March 9, 2023
Tenants of San Rafael’s Canal neighborhood and their supporters amassed at City Hall this week to demand that officials urgently enact a rent control ordinance amid mounting fears of gentrification.
Rent Regulations in San Rafael’s Canal District
Posted: November 17, 2022
To:Mayor Kate ColinMembers of the San Rafael City Council RE: Rent regulations in San Rafael’s Canal District Dear Esteemed Elected Officials: We represent a coalition
Partnerships bolster workforce development initiatives
Posted: November 2, 2022
Four years ago, Canal Alliance launched a certificate-based construction skills pilot program in partnership with College of Marin and Marin Small Builder Association. To date, nearly 200 low-income Latino residents have gained construction skills that lead to higher paying jobs.
Painting by Oscar Morales Canal Alliance commemorates 40th anniversary
Posted: October 27, 2022
We are proud to unveil an original painting by Oscar Morales. The piece of art was commissioned to mark the 40th anniversary of Canal Alliance and to celebrate the paths of immigrants who are overcoming barriers to achieve their dreams.
Fall 2022 Stakeholder Update from Omar Carrera, CEO
Posted: October 26, 2022
The impact that Canal Alliance makes in our community would not be possible without the support of generous people like you. We are proud to share the following updates with you in the areas of immigration legal services, social services, health services, and civic engagement.
Entrepreneur achieves through education
Posted: October 25, 2022
Melkyn Mazariegos came to the U.S. from Guatemala as a teenager to support his family and make a better life for himself.
Neighborhood leader makes an impact
Posted: October 25, 2022
Darlin is co-founder of Voces del Canal, a volunteer advocacy group that is focused on improving the canal community.
University student gives back
Posted: October 25, 2022
Britney Guiterrez Calderon registered new voters and advocated for equitable public infrastructure in the Canal community.
Graduate looks to the future
Posted: October 25, 2022
Maria Espinosa is among Cal Poly Humboldt’s first graduating class of 2022. She has been part of our University Prep program since middle school, took advantage of outdoor enrichment opportunities through high school.
