New Friends and Neighbourhood Groups
2022-09-10
Volunteer training for Fall resumption
For more information, please email newfriends@ciwa-online.com.

New Friends and Neighbourhood Groups
2022-09-12
In person sessions resume.
For more information, please email newfriends@ciwa-online.com

40th Anniversary Gala
2022-09-29 17:00 - 21:30 (America/Denver) | Hudson Conference Centre, 200 - 8 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Over 40 years in service, CIWA has supported more than 100,000 immigrant women through their transition in Canada. We empower women with various tools and resources, training and experience, to propel them to success and thereby enrich Canadian society.
CIWA has grown to become the largest women-focused settlement agency in Canada. At CIWA, we provide over 60 different programs and services to meet the diverse needs of immigrant and refugee women and their families. Our services are offered to all those who need them regardless of eligibility criteria for government funding. All clients at CIWA have access to free childcare and first language support. To do this, we depend on the generosity of corporate sponsors and individual donors.
Explore the ways you can support immigrant women, girls and their families. Connect with us via gala@ciwa-online.com.

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Toyin OladeleToyin Oladele arrived in Canada with her family and with a decade-long experience in the field of arts from Nigeria in 2017. She became a CIWA Aluman in 2018 after completing a 24-week training uniquely designed to support professional young immigrant mothers pursuing a career in Canada.
The training not only helped Toyin gain Canadian workplace experience and enhance her business communication and digital skills, but it also provided one-on-one career coaching that is individualized for Toyin’s chosen career path. After taking the program, she was immediately employed in her field. She also received an opportunity to become a consultant for public arts. Since then, Toyin has been unstoppable. With her sheer hard work, dedication and persistence – all the while taking care of a daughter with disability who underwent major surgeries – Toyin founded the Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation (ICAI) in 2019.
Today, Toyin mentors newcomers pursuing the a career in arts and cultivates arts culture in Calgary and nationwide through ICAI. She has also been delivering motivational workshops and providing practicum placements as well as employment opportunities for CIWA’s clients.
ICAI is currently one of the three Immigrant Arts Mentorship Councils throughout the whole of America and Canada.

Yan ChengYan Cheng came to Canada with her 16 year old son, Brian, who is on the autism spectrum. Yan and Brian received several supports in their first language, including settlement resources, counselling and in-home services, parenting courses for parents with children with special needs as well as employment training. These services provided a sturdy scaffold that helped them successfully transition to a new country during the pandemic and during a crucial stage in Brian’s life.
Yan has been given back to the community in many ways. Through the community interpreter and translator training at CIWA, she obtained CILISAT and CISOC certifications which qualify her as a Mandarin-English Interpreter and Translator. She has been volunteering at Chinese organizations in Calgary as well as at CIWA, providing interpretation support for various situations – from medical appointments for newcomers to language training for children with special needs.
In February of 2022, Yan completed her certification as Community Support Worker. She currently provides training to help strengthen services of an emotional support hotline.

“I would highly recommend Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association to all newcomers who want to start their career in this new country. CIWA is the one stop solution to many challenges that we face as newcomers. CIWA is very supportive and will prepare you to know about Canadian workplace culture. It also provides program support that is very beneficial. If you are lost and not finding a way to settle down, contact CIWA because they will provide you with many available options.”
– Sudipta, CIWA Alumna

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September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a federal statutory holiday, that honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities.

We acknowledge that we are on the traditional territories of the peoples of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Stoney Nakoda First Nations (Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley) and the Tsuut’ina First Nation. The city of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3.

Youth Night
2022-10-05 17:00 - 19:00, 2022-10-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2022-10-19 17:00 - 19:00, 2022-10-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Calgary Central Sportsplex, 401 - 33 St NE Unit 8, Calgary, AB, Canada
Wednesday means Youth Night!
Youth Night participants will get a chance to play games and sports, access homework support, and experience fun interactive activities such as DIY projects and gain leadership skills at no cost!

Youth for Change Club
2022-10-17 15:30 - 16:30, 2022-10-24 15:30 - 16:30, 2022-10-31 15:30 - 16:30, 2022-11-07 15:30 - 16:30, 2022-11-14 15:30 - 16:30 | St. Martha School, 6020 4 Ave NE, Calgary, AB, T2A 4B1, Canada
Be engaged. Be a leader. Be active.
Every Monday from October 2022 to February 2023:

Access leadership and volunteering opportunities
Work together to create a project to showcase at CIWA biggest youth event, the Youth Forum
Learn about healthy boundaries and conflict resolution
Participate in free field trips

CIWA Hiring Fair & Business Centre Grand Opening
2022-10-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, 6th Floor - 138 4th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2N4Z6, Canada
Come and visit our Hiring Fair on October 26th, Wednesday, from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM!

Review our job opportunities on our website: https://ciwa-online.com/get-involved/careers/
Register to the event and select the position that you are applying for
Bring your resume and cover letter and be prepared for a meet and greet with our hiring team*

While at CIWA, take the opportunity to meet some of our staff and join our Business Centre launch at 5:30 PM. Light refreshments will be served.
For inquiries, please contact careers@ciwa-online.com.
*Interview will be on a first-come first-served basis.

Nominate a Community Leader: Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal
2022-10-28 - 2022-11-17 | Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, 6th Floor - 138 4th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2N4Z6, Canada
CIWA is presenting the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal to 10 community leaders in recognition of their remarkable contributions to our society.
Eligibility
The eligibility criteria for this medal is intentionally broad so it can recognize a wide range of accomplishments in many areas.
A nominee must:

be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident with a tangible link to Alberta at the time the medal is granted
have made a significant contribution to Canada, Alberta, or to a particular Alberta region or community
have been alive on February 6, 2022, the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty’s accession to the throne

Timeline

Nominations are open from October 28 to November 17
Deliberation process will take place between November 18 and November 24; the selection committee may contact the nominator if necessary
Medal recipients will ONLY be informed once the Government of Alberta has confirmed the award
Presentation ceremony will take place at CIWA in the first week of December

Contact

Email communications@ciwa-online.com

Halloween Craft and Treat
2022-10-31 13:00 - 15:30 | Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, 6th Floor - 138 4th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2N4Z6, Canada
Family Resource Network – CIWA Hub invites you for a tasty good time and fun!
Join us for Halloween movie time and arts and crafts activities for the whole family!
Free event | No registration required | Contact Deanna Tasker at
DeannaT@ciwa-online.com
October 31, 2022 from 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
7th Floor Hubs, CIWA – 138 4th Avenue SE

Human Rights Paint Day with Bow Valley College
2022-11-07 12:30 - 13:30 | bow valley college, 345 6 Ave SW, Intercultural Centre, N322, Calgary, AB, T2G 4V1, Canada
In collaboration with the Intercultural Centre of Bow Valley College, join us for Human Rights Paint Day!
Discover your hidden creative talent and discuss your rights and responsibilities in Canada.
This program is presented by CIWA’s Civic Engagement Program, which focuses on helping newcomers have fuller and more equal participation in Canada.
Limited seating available in this workshop, so please register via the link below.

Graduation Celebration
2022-11-17 13:30 - 15:00 | Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, 6th Floor - 138 4th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2N4Z6, Canada
Our clients from Modular Employment Training & Retail Training programs are graduating!
Celebrate with us!
Thursday, November 17, 2022
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm | CIWA
6th Floor Assembly Hall
RSVP by Friday, November 14, 2022
Marie Solange Evehe
(403) 263-4414, Ext. 229
MarieB@ciwa-online.com

Family Violence Prevention Symposium & Resource Fair
2022-11-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, 6th Floor - 138 4th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2N4Z6, Canada
November is Family Violence Prevention Month. Join the collaborative action to end family violence and to build healthier relationships in our communities.
Register to CIWA’s Family Violence Prevention Symposium & Resource Fair and join the discussion.

Civic Engagement Day
2022-11-25 10:00 - 15:30 | Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, 6th Floor - 138 4th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2N4Z6, Canada
A conference that aims to inspire youth to become active members of our community!
Join us for an inspiring youth conference for girls ages 16-24:

Engage in meaningful conversations and attend our Women’s Rights Panel
Get creative with “Paint Day” multicultural expression
Attend a workshop for volunteerism and make plans to get active in your community

You will bring home:

A conference package full of goodies
A certificate of completion
Fun memories

Volunteer Appreciation Event
2022-12-09 13:00 - 18:00 | Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, 6th Floor - 138 4th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2N4Z6, Canada
In celebration of International Volunteer Day, we invite you to join us in honoring our volunteers!
Volunteer Appreciation Event
A salute to our dedicated volunteers, our CIWA Stars!
Please confirm your attendance by email
Malgosia Skrzynski
MalgosiaS@ciwa-online.com
(403) 263-4414, Ext. 151

Train the Trainer - Improve Your Public Speaking - Commences on January 23
2023-01-23 09:00 - 2023-01-27 12:00 | Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, 6th Floor - 138 4th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2N4Z6, Canada
Join us – January 23-27 from 9am-12pm to learn more about Canadian culture and create a stronger sense of belonging in your new country. Learn more about your rights and freedoms, government and voting, advocacy and the value of volunteerism. Get ready for the next step in life and allow Civic Engagement to help you. Contact Shannon to register shannone@ciwa-online.com (7 spots available for Permanent resident women with CLB 6+)

Civic Engagement - Young Women's Leadership Course
2023-02-06 09:00 - 2023-02-10 12:00 | Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, 6th Floor - 138 4th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2N4Z6, Canada
Register with your PR card for a week of training at CIWA for Civic Engagement and Leadership. Learn about your rights and freedoms in Canada. Talk about how to get active in the community so you can volunteer to get Canadian experience or advocate for your passions in social justice. Join us to learn more about the value of voting when you are a citizen. Once you have completed the training we have a special class for you to create your very own presentation. On the final day of the course you will be able to present your ideas to an invited group of women who are interested in Civic Engagement.
We will be training from February 6-10, 2023 from 9:00am-12:00pm at CIWA.
This course is open to young women ages 18-24.
Contact Shannon Edeonu, Program Coordinator, at 403-263-4414 extension 199.

Youth Forum 2023
2023-02-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Marlborough Community Hall, 636 Marlborough Way NE, Calgary, AB T2A 2V9, Calgary, Alberta, T2A 2V9, Canada
Welcome to our 11th Annual Youth Forum! Learn more about the leadership impact of newcomer girls in the community because of peer mentorship at Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association.
Keynote speaker Alice Lam will talk about how to get more active in the community to make a difference in the lives of people facing loneliness, food insecurity and poverty. Learn more about how she helps everyone have access to resources that we all need.
Support newcomer girls as they host a large event to showcase our youth’s leadership strengths and talents. The event will kick off at 11:00 AM with an interactive resource fair!

Youth Mentorship Program - Registration now open
2023-02-22 08:00 - 2023-05-30 17:00
Mentorship!
Join our Youth Mentorship Program and get specialized services to help you settle in Canada. You can get a personal mentor to help you with your career goals, learning English, friendship and special events, activities and workshops. Sound like fun? Contact civicengagememnt@ciwa-online.com to book an interview and join us. Meet your mentor twice a month and belong to a really great group of girls who are your friends in Canada.
Stay tuned for Mentorship Sign up Week and Kick off . Come to CIWA, sign up, win prizes and learn more about getting active in your community to feel fuller and more equal participation in Canadian life.
February 22-May 30, 2023
It’s Mentorship Sign up time!
Get connected with a really supportive Mentor this week and join us for
Girls Youth Mentorship Program
Contact civicengagementprogram@ciwa-online.com

Cross Cultural Parenting program - open for registration
2023-03-10 08:00 - 2023-05-16 16:30
CCPP Arabic Parenting Group March 2023 at Genesis Centre in Person – N (March 7, 14, 21, from 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Location: MPR B; March 9, 16, 23 from 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Location: D105)
CCPP English Parenting Group March – May 2023 in Person – SS (March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 2023 from 10:00 – 12:30; CIWA Classroom 401)
CCPP Hindi Parenting Group April 4 – May16, 2023 at Genesis Centre in Person – SS (April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16 from 1:30pm – 4:00 pm; Location: MPR B at Genesis Centre) – Only have in person option
CCPP Customized Seniors Group at Pineridge, Genesis, and Ahmadiyya Mosque 2023 in Person – SS (March 7, 2023 from 10:30am-2:30pm at Pineridge Club; March 14, 2023 from 1:00-3:30 pm at Genesis Centre; March 28 2023 from10:30am-3:30pm at Ahmadiyya Mosque)
CCPP Seniors Workshop 1 at Knox Presbyterian Church 2023 in Person – N (1:00 pm – 3:30 pm on March 28, 2023 at Knox Presbyterian Church)
CCPP Workshop 1 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Person – SS (1:30 – 3:30 pm on March 3, 2023 at Westminster Presbyterian Church)

CIWA’s Cross Cultural Parenting Program (CCPP) brings immigrant parents and caregivers together to discuss challenges in parenting in a new country and culture. The program provides practical information about parenting, including how to build positive parent/child relationships and expectations of parents in Canada. In this program, they gain knowledge and parenting skills to help them support their children growing up here. Small change will make a big difference.

CIWA -Women Celebrating Women @ Family Resource Network Hub
2023-03-10 10:00 - 12:00
Come and join us this International Women’s Day to converse about self-care through learning to practice mindfulness and the benefits of journaling.

Kimochis Workshop Online - Commences on March 15
2023-03-15 10:30 - 12:00
Workshop – Kimochis Workshop Online

Using Kimochis Characters to explore and manage children’s feelings, and help them become more resilient!

Date – March 15, 22 & 29
Time- 10:30am – 12:00 noon (Zoom)
March 15th

Character – Bug

Feelings – Shy, Brave, Left-out, Scared

Character – Lovey Dove

Feelings – Proud, Kind, Friendly

March 22nd

Character – Huggtopus

Feelings – Excited, Frustrated, Silly, Proud

Character – Cloud

Feelings – Sad, Happy, Mad

March 29th

Character – Cat

Feelings -Cranky, Curious, Sorry

5 keys of Communication

Contact

Deanna Tasker – (403) 263 – 4414 ext. 341
June Lee – (403) 263 – 4414 ext. 244
Or email: CalgaryNewcomerFRN@ciwa-online.com

Youth Employment Bootcamp
2023-03-17 15:00 - 18:00 | Calgary Central Public Library, 800 3 St SE, Calgary, AB, AB T2G 2E7, Canada
Get ready for summer jobs by coming to the Newcomer Youth Employment Bootcamp! Mini workshops and 1-1 help with your resume and interview skills will boost your confidence and teach you skills. Register using the link in bio, or by scanning the QR code.*Limited spots available, sign up today!*
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or Rosemary Scholten – RosemaryS@ciwa-online.com

Family Resource Network Cross Cultural Parenting Post Conflict Program – Train the Trainer Course @ FRN Hub
2023-03-22 09:00 - 2023-03-24 14:30 | Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association, 6th Floor - 138 4th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2N4Z6, Canada
Cross Cultural Parenting Post Conflict Program (CCPPC) aims to offer targeted services for immigrant and new Canadians families with children of Age 0-17 years under the “caregiver capacity building support” core service delivery domain. The objective of CCPPC is to offer supports and services that promote the development and strengthening of caregivers’ parenting skills and knowledge to enhance their capacity to create safe, responsive and nurturing environments and support healthy child development.
This workshop will prepare individuals who are interested in providing parenting supports to immigrant families and children.
Contact: Lisong Zhong @ 403-263-4414 Ext. 365 or LisongZ@ciwa-online.com.

Pathways to Success Program for Immigrant Girls between the ages of 14 - 21, Open for Registration
2023-04-01 08:00 - 2024-03-31 17:00
The Pathways to Success program serves immigrant girls between the ages of 14 and 21 to enhance their career readiness through a yearlong career-focused mentorship. The youth are paired with mentors who have similar career/education interest and can relate to the challenges mentees face when settling in a new country and adjusting to a new culture.
The program offers – training for the mentors, field trips to job fairs, educational institutions and community resources, one-on-one consultation with mentors, interactive employment and career-focused group workshops and 20-hour job shadow experience for the mentees. It builds leadership and enhances public speaking skills.
