Welcome to CIWA

CIWA (Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association) supports immigrant and refugee women, girls and their families. We have more than 50 programs that can support you with settlement needs, language and employment training, family matters and much more.

To access our services, please book an appointment at 403-444-1758 or reception@ciwa-online.com.

For media inquiries, contact media@ciwa-online.com.

Business Centre

Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association provides competitive rates for interpretation and translation, passport photos, Commissioner for Oaths, photocopying, printing, and many more!

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Settlement Supports

There are many things to learn when settling in Canada. We provide valuable
information and referrals to community resources that help.

Pre-Employment

Landing a first job can be daunting for a newcomer.
We can help you pursue your dream job.

Job Training

Different jobs and careers require different levels and types of skill sets. We can help you build effective
employability skills to ensure that you are job ready.

Career Bridging

Lack of Canadian work knowledge and experience are contributing factors to
unemployment and under employment of immigrant professionals. We can help you build our career in Canada.

Language & Literacy

Do you need to improve your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills? We offer both English classes and conversation circles in various locations in Calgary.

Parents, Seniors & Youth

Adjusting to a life in a new country can take time and effort for parents and
families. At CIWA, we provide services to support parents
and families’ transition to life in Canada.

Business & Entrepreneurship

Understanding contract work and starting a new business can be overwhelming to many.
We can help you build confidence to navigate the gig economy as well as start, manage and grow a business.

Gender-Based Violence & Mental Health

Our sources indicate that marginalized communities experience disproportionate rates of gender-based violence. We offer violence prevention and intervention supports and resources for women and their families.

Newsletter

Stay up-to-date with our programs and events, as well as the many ways your can make an impact through Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association. Sign up to CIWA’s newsletter, Grapevine.