Welcome to our blog, where stories of resilience, cultural fusion, and community building unfold. Join us on a journey that celebrates the diverse tapestry of newcomers finding home and hope in Calgary, guided by the compassionate support of CCIS.
Women’s Voices is a community group of women from diverse cultural backgrounds who come together to build bridges between cultures, reduce isolation, build friendships, promote a sense of belonging and…
Many newcomers arrive in Canada with advanced degrees, considerable technical expertise and years of international experience—assets that should propel them forward in their Canadian careers. Yet many find themselves having…
When Artemii arrived in Canada on the special CUAET visa for Ukrainians, he brought with him a wealth of experience as a researcher and museum archivist. However, settling into life…
Christian, a passionate young newcomer from Colombia, came to Canada eager to build his career. Through the Rural Mentorship for Integration (RMFI) Program at our Rocky View Immigrant Services (RVIS)…
For Romgelyn Bagang’s, life in Canada began in August 2024, when she arrived in Brooks as a permanent resident through Spousal Sponsorship. With a background as a licensed teacher in…
In several of our rural communities, our staff provide Settlement Worker in Schools (SWIS) services including youth connections programming. In a few of the schools, they refer to that youth…
Airdrie’s inaugural Taste of Nations was a perfect celebration of culture, community and connection, and colleagues from our rural outpost, Rocky View Immigrant Services (RVIS), were delighted to have participated…
Enhanced Integration Services: Supporting Calgary’s Newest Citizens on Their Journey “Thank you very much for the continued guidance, services, information, and support in applying for the Canadian passport and AISH…
How Newcomer Youth Are Thriving & Finding Community Through CCIS’s Sports Program While many of us spent the holiday break unwinding, CCIS’s youth clients were busy building skills, confidence and…
Starting over in a new country is never easy. For Government-Assisted Refugees (GARs), the journey begins with leaving behind everything familiar—friends, family, and the comfort of home. But before they…
Newcomers Experience the Magic of Banff: A First Taste of Canadian Winter For around 100 Government-Assisted Refugees (GARs) currently staying at our temporary accommodations, their first Canadian winter adventure was…
Rural communities in Alberta are witnessing a unique opportunity for transformative change as they are called upon to explore innovative and authentic ways of connecting with one another, connecting with…
Are you studying for the Canadian citizenship test? Do you need help? Get matched with an experienced volunteer to: Get studying tips | Build confidence | Practice English | Make…
The festive season brought joy and renewed hope to our newcomer clients, many of whom celebrated their very first Christmas in Canada. We were excited to pull out all the…
In the final two months of 2024, CCIS’s airport reception program team was at the Calgary International Airport to welcome 740 newcomers on two charter flights from Addis Ababa. These…
Navigating the complex world of refugee claims can be overwhelming—especially when misinformation, often spread by unscrupulous actors, creates confusion for people seeking protected person status. In response, our Refugee Claimants…
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