Welcome to CIWA
Due to ongoing building repairs, CIWA is offering remote services until January 2nd. CIWA’s Business Centre, located on the main floor, remains open for in-person services.
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.
To engage in our Adopt a Family initiative, click here.
Business Centre
Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association provides competitive rates for interpretation and translation, passport photos, Commissioner for Oaths, photocopying, printing, and many more!
Business hours
CIWA Office Hours (Remote Services Only): Monday-Friday: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
CIWA Business Centre Hours (Open for in-person services): Monday-Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Closed on weekends and statutory holidays: December 24 – January 2 (inclusive)
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.
Charitable Registration Number: 118823657 RR0001
