I started a journey six months ago…and to tell you the truth, I entered the program half-hearted and unsure if this program would really...

We understand that moving to a new place can feel lonely & overwhelming. We can help you connect to new friends in the city! Together,...

As a software developer, I was always told that I can find jobs anywhere and Canada was no exception. While this is somewhat true, the...

We understand that moving to a new place can feel lonely & overwhelming. We can help you connect to new friends in the city! Together,...

We understand that moving to a new place can feel lonely & overwhelming. We can help you connect to new friends in the city! Together,...

Kemi Obadero is a young professional who came to Canada as a skilled immigrant in search of better opportunities. In her home country of...

Canada Connects is a free program that helps newcomers settle by matching individuals or families with Canadian citizens or longtime...

David is a lawyer who is passionate about helping newcomers. Originally from Edmonton, he is a long time CCIS volunteer where he has been...

We understand that moving to a new place can feel lonely & overwhelming. We can help you connect to new friends in the city! Your new...

Fernando is a Certified Supply Chain Professional and Certified Contracts Manager with twenty years of experience across more than ten...

Canada Connects is a free program that helps newcomers settle by matching individuals or families with Canadian citizens or longtime...

Sahar is a new immigrant from Iran who came to Canada to experience a new life, expand her knowledge, and enhance her capability. She has...

Meschac was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo & spent years moving around with his parents and sibling before fleeing DRC....

With a Bachelor's degree in Business Informatics and a Master's degree in Business Administration, Ramla was ready to start her...

Ben Isidro left the Philippines at the age of 20 in search of a better opportunity. After landing in Montreal in 1976, he married his...

Leslie was born in Edmonton, where she completed a bachelor degree in Education at the University of Alberta. Despite majoring in...

“I was born in Pakistan and moved to Canada when I was very young. My parents wanted to raise my siblings and I in a safer environment,...

Sheila is a long term volunteer in the Canada Connects program at Calgary Catholic Immigrant Society (CCIS). She has dedicated 15 years...

Ida Grainger worked for CCIS for 33 years. She was born in Peru and studied Social Work at San Marcos University in Lima. She immigrated...

Project Pride Calgary was started in 1981 by an ad-hoc group of organizations and supporters who organized their first Pride Festival the...

With the warming of temperatures again, you might want to cool down by spending the day at the water. It is really important to follow...

We recently celebrated the opening of our NW location in Crowfoot! Our office is in the Crowfoot Business Centre, with a beautiful view...

Starting August 1st, you will be required to wear a face mask in indoor public spaces and public vehicles. Failure to wear a...

Even though we are still practicing social distancing, there are a number of exciting things that you & your family can do from home! Get...