Gerda R. Bloemraad came to Canada from the Netherlands in 1975. A lawyer by profession, she went through typical integration challenges faced by a majority of newcomers to Canada. Along with improving her language proficiency and adjusting to cultural differences she...
Introducing SMILES Childcare Centre: Empowering Families, Supporting Immigrant Women, and Nurturing Young Minds For over four decades, the Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association (CIWA) has been a pillar of support for immigrant women and their families, helping them...
March 8 is International Women’s Day, a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and girls. It’s also a time to highlight the progress made in advancing women’s rights and the ongoing efforts needed to...
February marks Black History Month, a time to reflect on the rich legacy and remarkable leadership that has shaped Canadian history. This year’s theme, “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations,”...
Let’s celebrate the achievements, resilience, and leadership of newcomer immigrant girls and their mentors at this year’s Youth Forum! 📅 Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 Location: Genesis Centre This event highlights the remarkable...
Unprecedented Community Support CIWA’s Adopt a Family initiative has achieved remarkable success this year, thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our community. The impact of your contributions is truly astounding! Total Donations: An impressive $140,296.00 Cash...
