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Jun 8
✨2nd annual Multicultural Powwow 📅 June 27 | 2–6 PM 📍 Calgary 🎶 Performances Indigenous drumbeats 🥻 Wear your culture (comfy!) 🤳 FREE— ccisab.ca/celebrating-togeth… ✨2e édition 📅 27 juin | 14 h–18 h 🤳 Gratuit— ccisab.ca/celebrating-togeth… #YYCEvents #Cultural #Freevents #CCIS
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Jun 12
⚽🌍 The world comes together and so do we! The World Cup kicked off yesterday and today Canada plays its first match 🇨🇦 At CCIS, we reflect the world different cultures, one community. Today, we all say GO CANADA!! 🍁 #WeAre26 #GoCanadaGo #CCIS
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Jun 11
Congratulations to Mike Shaikh! 🎉🎓 We are honoured to extend our warmest congratulations to Mike Shaikh, our former Board Chair and current Honorary Member of CCIS, on receiving an Honorary Doctorate of Laws from @MountRoyalU calgaryherald.com/news/local… #CCIS
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Jun 10
Looking to build a career in Alberta’s clean energy and sustainability sectors? ENERLINC is a free program for newcomers who want to explore opportunities in energy transition, carbon‑neutral careers, and leadership roles in a changing industry. ccisab.ca/enerlinc/ #CCIS
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Jun 9
CCIS’ TFW team recently hosted a CRA info session in Lethbridge with DeVry and Rainbow Greenhouses. About 160 farmworkers attended, with 45 receiving one-on-one support for taxes, benefits, and CRA accounts. #TFW #Lethbridge #Newcomers #MigrantWorkers #CCIS
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Jun 9
Refugee claimants in Calgary: join a free trades training info session. Gain hands-on experience and build skills for in-demand jobs. June 18 | 9:45 AM–12 PM CCIS (1111 11 Ave SW) Contact: 403.262.2006 cleon@ccisab.ca | bselewa@ccisab.ca | trufi@ccisab.ca #RefugeeSupport #YYCJobs
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Jun 5
📢 Final call for internationally trained IT professionals in Calgary! Break into Canada’s tech sector with the IT Bridging Program 🎓 Training @SAIT credentials 🤝 10-week placement 📅 Starts June 22 ⚡ Limited spots — apply now: forms.office.com/r/TTiHs7dQ5… #ITB #TechCareersYYC
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Jun 5
From participant to speaker 💙 Hijab I Zehra went from CCIS program participant to guest speaker, inspiring 25 youth. From grocery store to marketing role after 3 interviews, her journey shows what’s possible. Learn more: ow.ly/75sH50Z85uu #YouthEmpowerment #CCIS
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Jun 4
In celebration of CCIS’s 45th anniversary, we were excited to team up with the Royal Canadian Circus 🎪 to bring joy to our community, and your stories made it even more meaningful! 💙 Thank you for opening your hearts and sharing how CCIS has been part of your journey. #CCIS45
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Jun 4
Looking for childcare that actually supports your child’s growth and your family’s routine? CCIS Cross-Cultural Children’s Centre (CCCC) has spots open now. Spaces are limited - We’d love to welcome your little one. ow.ly/nqBV50Z7s7n #DaycareCalgary
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Jun 2
Last week our RIS team joined the Job Readiness Fair at Central Library—connecting with newcomers and sharing resources. Thanks to Sajia Sherzai for supporting our booth! Stopping by? We’re here: Mon, Wed, Fri | 10 AM–6 PM More: ccisab.ca/find-us/ #Newcomers #CCIS
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Jun 2
At CCIS, we’re holding space for 2SLGBTQIA newcomers, for their stories, their journeys & everything they bring to our community. This month is about showing up, celebrating who people are & continuing the work of making sure everyone feels like they belong here. #PrideMonth2026
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Jun 1
New to the Canadian healthcare system? This is for you 💛 Join us June 9 for a Women’s Health & Wellness Event with @praxushealth—connect with 20 orgs offering support in multiple languages. 📍 Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre | 10 am–3pm #WomensHealth #CCIS
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May 29
Our Immigrant Seniors Services recently hosted a Taste of Asia event, bringing seniors together to celebrate culture, connection, and community. #YYCSeniors #CCIS
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May 28
This is how we do it at CCIS! The 2026 Land of Dreams season opening was made possible by our Resettlement and Integration Services team. From setup to prep, their teamwork, care, and energy created a welcoming space for community, culture, and new beginnings. #LandOfDreamsCCIS
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May 28
We’re Hiring! CCIS is looking for passionate individuals to join our team and support newcomer communities in Southern Alberta. 👉 CRR Program Manager - Apply by June 12, 2026 Learn more and apply here: ccisab.ca/work-with-us/#job_… #Hiring #YYCCareers #Jobopprtunity #CCIS
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May 26
We’re Hiring! 🎹 CCIS is hiring piano teachers to join our Keys for Newcomers program — a pilot project in collaboration with @Honens Learn more and apply: ow.ly/SIoy50Z4ucz #Hiring
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May 26
Refugee claimants in Calgary: join a free trades training info session. Gain hands-on experience and build skills for in-demand jobs. June 18 | 9:45 AM–12 PM CCIS (1111 11 Ave SW) Contact: 403.262.2006 cleon@ccisab.ca | bselewa@ccisab.ca | trufi@ccisab.ca #RefugeeSupport #YYCJobs
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May 22
Last Friday was anything but typical for our Family & Children’s Services team! They swapped routines for teamwork, trust, and a lot of laughs at @TELUS_Spark Moments like these build the connection that carries into their work families. ow.ly/rxgb50Z30p2 #TeamWork #CCIS
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May 20
In partnership with @AAISAconnection , we delivered Building Inclusive Practice: Racism, Allyship & Belonging. Over 5 days, participants engaged in learning, reflection & dialogue to strengthen inclusive practices. Learn more: ccisab.ca/diversity_anti-rac… #Inclusion #CCIS
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