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...
We are proud to celebrate 18 outstanding women who have been selected as this year’s Ron Ghitter CM Scholarship Fund. Each recipient will receive a $2,500 scholarship to support their education and career goals. These extraordinary women whose journeys span...
In 1982, a small circle of immigrant women gathered in a Calgary school basement with children in arms, dreams in motion, and courage running the show. They came seeking connection, and they sparked a movement. Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association was born from a...
When you give or fundraise You’re not just supporting a program.You’re showing up for a girl who’s ready to lead.You’re telling her: I see you. I believe in you. I’m here for you. I want to be Here For Her Roli Adetula is a 20-year-old political science student at the...
At CIWA, our volunteers are more than helpers — they’re you are heart builders, changemakers, and champions of community, To every volunteer who shares your time, talent, and heart to empower immigrant women and their families — thank you. Your compassion, dedication,...
When you give or fundraise You’re not just supporting a program.You’re showing up for a girl who’s ready to lead.You’re telling her: I see you. I believe in you. I’m here for you. I want to be Here For Her When Cecilia Xu moved from China to Canada at just nine years...
