World Refugee Day
Every person has the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge, having fled violence, persecution, war or disaster at home. In 2018, 71 million people were forcibly displaced as…
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Every person has the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge, having fled violence, persecution, war or disaster at home. In 2018, 71 million people were forcibly displaced as…
Calgary is known for its community-focused attitude and volunteerism. Plus, volunteering has been proven to increase overall happiness and personal satisfaction! If you are an individual who is looking to…
Recently, Propellus (Volunteer Connector) asked our volunteers to explain why they volunteer. Read their wonderful stories below. “What I want most when volunteering, is to help those who have experienced…
Immigration not only contributes to the multiculturalism and diversity which makes Canada the great country it is today, but it contributes greatly to our economy for a multitude of reasons.…
International Women’s Day is a day to recognize women’s achievements and acknowledge the challenges they continue to face in the quest for gender equality. Officially adopted by the United Nations…
Immigrating is one of the biggest changes you may face in life. Moving to a new country and adapting to a different culture can be complicated and challenging. In the…
Innovation and resilience was the theme of our regular monthly Networking for Success session held on January 30th. It’s no secret that these traits are important for corporate success, but…
We acknowledge Calgary and area as Treaty 7 territory. We acknowledge the Treaty 7 nations; the Piikani, Siksika, Kainai, Iyarhe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina First Nations. We acknowledge the ancestral territory of Siksikaitsitapi, the Blackfoot Confederacy, and the home of the Métis Nation of Alberta—Region 3. We are all treaty people.
In partnership, we empower immigrants and refugees to successfully settle and integrate in our communities.
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