Janice was born and raised in Calgary. Prior to retirement she worked in the insurance industry. Janice first learned about CIWA at a craft fair in the lobby of her former office building. She visited CIWA’s Craft table and purchased an apron that quickly became one...
Angela was 17 when her family relocated from the Philippines to Canada. After finishing high school, she pursued and earned a Bachelor of Nursing, subsequently working as a nurse for several years. Currently, she is advancing her education with a Bachelor of General...
Join us on February 15th from 11 AM to 3:00 PM at the Genesis Centre to celebrate the accomplishments, journey and resilience of newcomer immigrant girls and their mentors! Youth Forum is the annual capstone event of CIWA’s Youth Mentorship Program that showcases the...
We are delighted to extend our congratulations and showcase the compelling narratives of the six exceptional women who have earned the 2023 Yvonne Nhan Scholarship. Originating from various backgrounds and cultural settings, these women unite through their unwavering...
Yevheniia, originally from Ukraine, moved to Calgary in April 2023 with her husband. Holding a Master’s in Law and Psychology and with a background as a lawyer and life coach, she plans to continue her life coaching career in Canada. Drawn to the services...
