Meet Gina

Meet Gina

Gina is from the Philippines and came to Canada in 2022 to reunite with her mother and sister, who had moved several years ago. Prior to relocating to Calgary, she worked as a Micro-Insurance Coordinator, in the healthcare industry, and as a wedding gown designer....
Meet Aarzo

Meet Aarzo

Meet Aarzo. She currently volunteers for CIWA’s Youth Mentorship Program. Aarzo recently completed her third year of Kinesiology at University of Calgary and aspires to study medicine or physiotherapy in the future.   Volunteering has the power to transform not only...
Meet Seema

Meet Seema

When asked about what she enjoys most about her job, Seema emphasizes the shared vision and dedication among CIWA staff. She appreciates the work-life balance, the diverse culture within the organization, and the opportunity to help others in a field she is passionate...
Celebrating Asian Heritage Month

Celebrating Asian Heritage Month

Canadian #AsianHeritageMonth is an important celebration of Canada’s diversity, highlighting the many contributions Asian communities have made to this country. At CIWA, we want to make sure we spotlight our dedicated Asian Canadian staff. It is a privilege to...
Meet Silpa

Meet Silpa

Silpa was born and raised in India, where she earned a Masters in Commerce and later immigrated to the United States with her husband. They moved to Calgary in 2019, whereupon a friend suggested she connect with CIWA’s employment services for support. There, her...