Join us every first Wednesday of the month and learn about settlement services, PR card renewal, community resources, government benefits and applications, and senior’s resources and benefits. No registration is required.

For more information, please email us or call 403-464-3942

CFN invites you to join us for self-defence sessions. Discover the empowering world of self-defence by participating in this series of workshops and information sessions designed for women and girls, ages 12 and up. Gain basic essential skills to defend yourself confidently. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate to acknowledge their achievement. Seats are limited to 30 participants. 

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CFN's Newcomer Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Program aims to provide therapy support in first-language services for newcomer clients of any age within 24 hours of receiving a referral.

As many newcomers won't call a helpline when in distress, this project will provide immediate therapeutic intervention within 24 hours of receiving the referral without waiting for an interpreter. 

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Come practise and develop your English skills in a small and fun group setting. Make friends with people from around the world.  Learn more about resources to help you with your settlement in Calgary.​

Morning and afternoon in-person classes are available depending on your level.

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For more contact Cassie Parentila at c.parentila@centrefornewcomers.ca or 403-539-5854.

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Click the link below to register.

A 4-month program that matches Mentors working as professionals in their industry in Canada with Mentees who are professionals striving to find employment in their fields. To register or for more information click below. 

Coffee and Conversation is a free social activity for newcomers and any community members to practice speaking, make new friends, and build social networks and connections.

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Join a volunteer facilitator in a supportive and relaxed environment to enjoy a cup of coffee and a chat! This club provides an opportunity to build social skills, improve English, and create strong social connections.

No registration is required.

For more information, please email us.

November is Family Violence Prevention Month. During this month, The Centre for Newcomers is excited to host an informative session on the ADVANCE-D Program, an innovative intervention implemented in the UK criminal justice system and designed to reduce intimate partner violence among men with concurrent substance use issues. Developed using the Behaviour Change Wheel framework, ADVANCE-D supports men who are in drug and alcohol treatment while also addressing behaviours related to partner abuse. The program has shown impressive outcomes in the UK in helping men manage substance abuse and reduce domestic violence.

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Whether you are a professional in substance abuse treatment, a Case Manager, Therapist, counsellor or psychologist, domestic violence prevention, or simply someone interested in understanding how digital interventions can create lasting change, this event will provide valuable insights into the feasibility and effectiveness of the ADVANCE-D model.

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Click below to register today.

EthniCity Catering and Café is a non-profit social enterprise at the Centre for Newcomers that provides Canadian work experience and training for immigrants and refugees. It provides 10-12 weeks of online and in-person training. Trainees gain hands-on experience in a commercial kitchen, improve communication skills and increase customer service understanding during the program.

Our training registration and information sessions are ongoing. 

For more information, please call

587-392-0155 or send us an email at  kitchentraining@centrefornewcomers.ca 

if you know someone who will benefit from the program.

Be part of creating a welcoming environment for newcomers to Canada. Contribute your time, share your skills and create meaningful relationships as you develop a stronger social network and gain a deeper appreciation of Calgary’s diverse culture.​ For questions or more information call 403-569-3325 or email us at c.parentila@centrefornewcomers.ca

Join Alberta Ballet and Centre for Newcomers After School Programs for a continuation of our much-enjoyed youth ballet classes. We are proud to announce that since our program was so successful this last year, and through funding from the Calgary Foundation, we are branching out to offer regular classes from September to December. If you joined us last year, we would be happy to dance with you again! And if you are new to ballet, we cannot wait to meet you.

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For more information or to register, click the link below.

Join WrapCap for the 2nd annual Crossroads of Care Conference, a 2-day virtual event bringing together professionals, youth, and organizations dedicated to enhancing the settlement experience of newcomer youth in the PNT region, Canada. This conference fosters collaboration and the exchange of ideas across key sectors that shape youth settlement, with a focus on SWIS, housing, employment, mental health, recreation, education, justice, and more. Let’s work together to build capacity for organizations and improve youth services.

Registration is complimentary and gives you access to 2 days of virtual programming. 

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• 3-week training towards advancing a career and gaining MicroCredential in Canadian logistics

• 1-week employment and job search themed workshop series

• Professional network support and job placement assistance

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• Eligibility:

• At least 18  year of age

• Residing in Alberta

• A Canadian citizen, permanent resident or legally entitled to work or train in Canada

• Unemployed or underemployed with adequate English skills (CLB 5 and up) seeking to pursue a career or occupation in logistics 

• Ready, Willing, and Able to commit to a 4-week training

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• For more information please send an email at ICL@centrefornewcomers.ca

Would you like to learn and practice computer skills? We offer free computer literacy classes at the Centre for Newcomers. Content includes an introduction to computers, keyboarding, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. These classes are open to all - refugees, immigrants and citizens of Canada. To attend or for more information click below.