Lei along with her husband and son moved to Prince Edward Island in 2009, then moved to Calgary a year later in 2010. Since then, they had two more children. She has a diploma in Education and worked as a teacher in China. Currently she teaches Mandarin to high school...
Mehrnoosh, accompanied by her husband and young daughter, embarked on a journey from Iran to Calgary in late 2022. Armed with a Master’s Degree in Information Technology (IT) and a background in Graphic Design, she quickly established herself in her field,...
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. 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...
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...
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...
