Empower Immigrant Women
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The Canadian Immigrant Women’s Association supports immigrant women and their families since 1982
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Welcome toCiwa
CIWA (Canadian Immigrant Women’s Association) supports immigrant and refugee women, girls, and their families. We have more than 50 programs to help you settle in Canada, learn English, find work, and care for your family.
Programs & Services
That Empower Women
We offer multiple programs designed to help you build confidence, access services, develop skills, and thrive in Canada.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Voices
From OUR Community
Real stories from women whose lives have been impacted through our programs and support services.
“For me, hope has been rekindled, and that is thanks to you. My children and I will have wonderful holidays. And even before that, we are already receiving help with our rent. It is thanks to you and CIWA that you are there for people in difficult situations.”
Case Management
– A program participant
“CIWA has always been an incredible source of support for me and my children. From employment talks to educational opportunities, they foster both learning and community. One of our most memorable experiences was an outing to Telus Spark, where we could explore, learn, and bond as a family. We are truly grateful for everything they do.”
Sheila Salas
– (FamJam)
“Through ongoing support and guidance, I understood the services and community resources available in Canada. I became more confident making informed decisions about my settlement, my daily life, and my future.”
Settlement Support
– A program participant
“Before joining the Office Skills Training for STEM program, I felt technically capable but unsure how to navigate the Canadian workplace as a newcomer. The program gave me practical skills, confidence, and insight into workplace culture. One month after finishing, I received a job offer and have been working in my field at a fintech company.
(Office Skills for STEM Professionals)
– Beatriz
“Through the program, I gained the foundations to become a professional interpreter and translator. It changed my life and connected me with amazing people. It gave me a renewed sense of purpose, letting me serve my community and help others access essential information when they need it most.”
(Training for Translators and Interpreters)
– Yazmin
Stay informed with the latest updates, stories, and insights from our programs, community initiatives, and advocacy work.
Open seats available for Bridge to Success for Professional Immigrant Women. Training is available for current or past EI clients
Bridge to Success for Professional Immigrant Women
Program Description
Bridge to Success for Professional Immigrant Women is a full-time 24-week employment training program. This program helps women with educational and professional backgrounds in administration, sales, marketing, community and social services, and other related professions to attain professional experience in their field of expertise by helping to connect them to the labour market.
CIWA Launches Employment Security Alliance for Vulnerable Immigrant Women
CIWA is pleased to announce a new project! Employment Security Alliance for Vulnerable Immigrant Women is a project that plans to increase the economic security of immigrant and refugee women who are fleeing domestic abuse.
CIWA Launches Supporting the Economic Security of Unpaid Caregivers
CIWA is pleased to announce a new project! Supporting the Economic Security of Unpaid Caregivers is a project that focuses on supporting immigrant women who are providing informal/unpaid care for a family member (child, spouse, aging parent or grandparent, etc.).
Youth Forum and Daughters Day Awards 2020
CIWA’s Partnership with The Shoe Project 2019
For the third year in a row, CIWA partnered with The Shoe Project to provide immigrant women the opportunity to share their immigration stories. The Shoe Project was founded by Katherine Govier eight years ago in Toronto to provide a platform where immigrant and refugee women can share their stories of their arrival in Canada – through a pair of shoes. The women are coached by Canadian writers and theatre professionals. As of today, The Shoe Project holds performances in Halifax, Toronto, Calgary, Canmore, and Vancouver.
Supports for Immigrants and Refugees with Mental Health and Addiction Issues
On January 30, 2019, The City of Calgary announced $3 million funding for Mental Health and Addictions Programs.
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