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Tomorrow marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Racism shows up in many forms, and the work to dismantle it is ongoing. At CCIS, we stay committed to fairness, equity& creating space where every newcomer can thrive. #IDERD #FightRacism #CCIS

🌙✨ Happy Nowruz! A new season brings hope, renewal, and fresh beginnings — just like the new chapters newcomers create as they build their lives in Canada. From all of us at CCIS: Happy Nowruz to everyone celebrating! 🌿✨ #HappyNowruz #Nowruz #CCIS

Eid Mubarak 🌙✨ May this Eid bring renewal, clarity and the kind of peace that strengthens our whole community. Grateful for the stories and traditions that continue to shape our city. #EidMubarak #Eid2026 #YYC #EidYYC #Newcomers #CCIS

Starting over in a new country takes courage. At #CCIS NW Calgary, we offer personalized employment & settlement support to help newcomers rebuild with confidence. 400 Crowfoot Cres NW, Calgary | 587.391.3378 | Mon–Fri | 8:30–4:30 Let’s build your future—together. #Newcomers

Starting a new life in Canada comes with questions & you don’t have to figure it out alone. Our settlement team at the @_GenesisCentre supports Permanent Residents & naturalized citizens with settlement support, documents, workshops & more. 📧 mcrc@ccisab.ca #NewcomerSupport #YYC

Grateful to have attended the @unitedwaycgy Community Impact Awards. A powerful reminder of how collective effort strengthens Calgary. Consistent contributions — big and small — truly make a difference. #YYC #CommunityImpact #Calgary

The 12th Edition of Our #FreshStartNewsletter Is Here! A snapshot of recent initiatives, upcoming events, and simple ways to stay engaged and connected with the CCIS community. Read the full issue & subscribe: ow.ly/XYmx50YuWCz #Newcomers #IDERD #IWD #SouthernAlberta

Day 3 wrap. Today: Jessica Juen on Migrant Worker Support with MOSAIC, TNO and a Quebec perspective for FERMES. Also: Reema Malhotra Bhola on high‑needs case management with YMCA GTA, ISANS, ANC, Reception House. #MetropolisCanada2026 #CCIS

Good morning from Halifax. Our team is kicking off Day 3 of the 28th National Metropolis Canada Conference at the Halifax Convention Centre. Connecting, learning & contributing to conversations shaping the future of settlement & newcomer support in Canada. #MetropolisCanada2026

Day 2 at #MetropolisCanada2026 highlighted the power of rural–municipal–settlement collaboration. Proud of our CCIS team for leading conversations on rural pathways, community partnerships & building welcoming communities across Southern Alberta with @CityofBrooks @CitImmCanada

Yesterday our Settlement Manager, Bozana Sljuka, joined a #MetropolisCanada2026 panel on strengthening support for refugees facing mental distress. She spoke alongside partners from @CAMHnews @AAISAconnection & @isans_business on frontline #traumainformed training needs.

We continue to celebrate International Women’s Day every day. This weekend, our CBW Team Lead, Ayesha Saeed, was honoured with provincial and community recognitions for her strength, resilience, and impact. Congratulations, Ayesha. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026

Day One at Metropolis Canada 2026 is underway. Hasmik Asmaryan, Director of BETS at CCIS, took part in today’s session on pre‑arrival preparation, adding frontline insights on how early support strengthens newcomer success. More updates to come. #MetropolisCanada2026

The 2026 Metropolis Canada Conference is off to a strong start! Minister Diab highlighted a shift “from surge to stability,” while the opening plenary stressed trust, clarity and public understanding in immigration policy. #CCIS #MetropolisCanada2026

The 28th #MetropolisCanada2026 Conference begins tomorrow in Halifax! Our team will be participating in discussions on settlement, inclusion & integration. We’re also proud to support the conference as a sponsor & help advance dialogue across the sector. ow.ly/PeN750YrNZw

Last week our Mentorship for Integration program hosted Zameryally Amiri, who shared his journey of adapting to Canada. His message on resilience, cultural learning & confidence-building inspired our youth. ow.ly/f83l50YrWm1 #YouthEmpowerment #CCIS

We were proud to celebrate CCIS team members Fleeha Ahmad and Mayil Sanchez, honoured as Employees of the Year at the PIA Célèbr’ELLES Gala this weekend. Their leadership in rural communities continues to strengthen our RVIS programs and the families we serve. 💙

🚨Only 5 Days Left! 🚨 Nominate a newcomer artist for the CCIS‑sponsored New Canadian Artist Award with @CalgaryArtsDev to get a chance to win🥇$5,000 cash prize & paid residency at Central @calgarylibrary ow.ly/iwpC50YpOWB #NewCanadianArtistAward

Great to have Amanda Koyama represent CCIS at the Bridging Health: Collaborative Strategies for Hepatitis B workshop during the Joint @cddw_clm 2026 in Toronto. Proud to collaborate with partners advancing newcomer & immigrant health. ow.ly/NpPy50YpoKQ #CDDWCLM2026 #CCIS

CCIS is in your neighbourhood! Access drop-in settlement services at Calgary Library branches across the city. Get support with housing, jobs, benefits & more. 🔗 ccisab.ca/settlement-ser… facebook.com/share/p/18K7PQ… #YYC #Newcomers #SettlementServices #CCISAB #Calgary