CCIS

Calgary Catholic Immigration Society is a non-profit organization that provides services to immigrants & refugees.

Projects of CCIS - FCIS, WCIS, BCIS & RVIS

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Because of them,
children can dream freely.
Families can gather in peace.
Communities can grow, welcome, and thrive.

Lest We Forget. 🖤❤️

Please note that CCIS offices are closed today, November 11, 2026. We will see you tomorrow!

#RemembranceDay2026

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Calling all migrant workers! Join us for Dance for Wellness, a fun and welcoming space to get active, enjoy a free meal & connect with others in the community.

📅 Nov 17, Zumba | 5:30–7 PM📍Pioneer Room, Banff Public Library

Register today: Scan the Qr code

#TFW #BanffEvents

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Over the weekend, our CCIS Regional Outreach Program (ROP) & Cultural Brokers Program joined uTurn Project at Calgary City Hall in recognition of #FamilyViolencePreventionMonth
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🪔✨ Wishing a joyful Diwali to all who are celebrating.

May the light of this special festival bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to you and your loved ones.

Happy Diwali from all of us at CCIS!

#festivaloflights #Diwali2026 #YYC #CCIS

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Join us for an informative session on Driving in Alberta as a Newcomer & get answers to common questions about driver's licences, insurance, identity protection, police traffic stops, & more.
November 20 | 1- 4 PM | Genesis Centre, Room D122 (7555 Falconridge Blvd NE)
#YYCEvents

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Huge congratulations to our #RefugeeClaimants Transitioning into the Community (RCTC) program clients on graduating from the StartWork Welding Training program! Thank you to our amazing partners at Momentum Calgary & @MountRoyalU for providing this amazing opportunity.
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For the next four weeks, every drop counts. 💧

With the Bearspaw South Feeder Main shut down, there’s no outdoor watering and we need everyone to reduce indoor water use too.

Shorten showers 🚿
Flush less 🚽
Run full loads 🍽️

https://t.co/nxEuTZsoxT

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@CAMHnews visited our MCRC for an important discussion on strengthening immigrant and refugee mental health supports. Thank you to our sector partners for sharing insights on building more responsive, inclusive supports for newcomers.

#CCIS #CAMH #MCRC #HealthEquity

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What a great workshop at Land of Dreams last week! Children and families explored how food gets from farm to table, the challenges that can affect access to food, and how local growing initiatives can build stronger communities. 🌱🍅🥕 https://t.co/Pa92zsK5vQ #LandOfDreams #CCIS

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🎃 Some Halloween celebrations end when the candy runs out.

Not at CCIS.
Last Friday, our LINC Evening and Skills Elevate students didn't let the daytime classes have all the fun. 👻🍬

#Halloween #CCIS

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Some things are scarier than Halloween!

https://t.co/iUMfK1Nt9x

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From unanswered applications to a thriving career, Muqadam’s newcomer journey is a story of resilience, networking, and persistence.
His message to youth: “Your value isn’t defined by the silence you meet. Keep going.”
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Our Banff TFW team recently brought community members together for a wellness event featuring belly dancing, a light meal, and an opportunity to learn about local supports. Thanks to everyone who joined us! ❤️
#Banff #CommunityConnections #Wellness

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🥕🍅 Where does our food come from? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where kids explore the food supply chain & learn how food gets from farms to our homes. 🎁 for every child! Dinner served. 📧[email protected]
📅 Oct 28 | 📍 Parkdale Nifty Fifties
#CCIS #CalgaryEvents

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Nearly 60 community members, youth, and LINC students joined us for Coffee with a Cop at CCIS. Thoughtful questions sparked engaging conversations with @CalgaryPolice officers. Thanks to Constable Ray Hostland, our RIS team, and LINC staff for making it possible. ☕️ #CCIS #YYC

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For families who have experienced displacement, learning to trust unfamiliar systems is part of feeling at home. Through The Connection Initiative, #CalgaryRohingya newcomer families and @CalgaryPolice came together to share experiences, ask questions & get to know one another.

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Have you submitted your nomination yet?
The 13th Annual Immigrant Seniors Awards are an opportunity to recognize immigrant seniors whose volunteerism & community involvement make a lasting difference.
Nomination Deadline: Oct 30,
https://t.co/Www6Yl8FsU
#YYCSeniors #yyc

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What an incredible experience at the #WinSTEMWeek Expo 2026! CCIS was proud to join 20+ organizations championing diversity and opportunity in STEM. We loved connecting with families, future innovators, and community partners.
Thank you @AWSNSocial.
#CCIS #WomenInSTEM #Calgary

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Strong communities need committed leadership.

CCIS’s volunteer Board of Directors recently came together for a retreat to help shape the future of our organization and the communities we serve. Thank you for your leadership, expertise and commitment.

#CCIS #CommunityBuilding

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The best part of the day? Seeing colleagues in 3D instead of on Teams
Our CDIS and Rural Offices teams came together from across Southern Alberta for a PD Day filled with learning, collaboration, and plenty of catch-ups.
https://t.co/TkSxNQ88Db
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