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Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) and The Immigrant Education Society (TIES) are non-profit organizations based in Calgary that support newcomers in integrating and finding belonging in Canada. Recognizing a need within Calgary’s immigrant and newcomer communities for systems navigation support and facilitated pathways into mental health supports, in 2023/2024 CCIS and TIES partnered to develop the Tapestry Project. In 2024, the Tapestry Project worked to weave together community outreach, awareness-raising, systems navigation, and capacity building to increase access to mental health supports for newcomers in Calgary. Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) and The Immigrant Education Society (TIES) are non-profit organizations based in Calgary that support newcomers in integrating and finding belonging in Canada. Recognizing a need within Calgary’s immigrant and newcomer communities for systems navigation support and facilitated pathways into mental health supports, in 2023/2024 CCIS and TIES partnered to develop the Tapestry Project. In 2024, the Tapestry Project worked to weave together community outreach, awareness-raising, systems navigation, and capacity building to increase access to mental health supports for newcomers in Calgary.
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The YYC Airport Services for TFWs Program launched on October 1, 2022, to be the first point of contact for TFWs and other migrant workers arriving at Calgary’s International Airport before destining to their place of employment. The program utilized a service delivery model that focused on airport reception, client outreach, and parternship development. This report provides a summary of project activities and evaluative findings gathered from October 1, 2022 – March 31, 2024. The YYC Airport Services for TFWs Program launched on October 1, 2022, to be the first point of contact for TFWs and other migrant workers arriving at Calgary’s International Airport before destining to their place of employment. The program utilized a service delivery model that focused on airport reception, client outreach, and parternship development. This report provides a summary of project activities and evaluative findings gathered from October 1, 2022 – March 31, 2024.
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The Prairie Community Supports for Temporary Foreign Workers (TFW) Program launched October 1, 2022, and is the continuation of the TFW Prairie Region Support Project. The program goal is to deliver a coordinated and collaborative approach to support migrant workers/TFWs across the Prairie Provinces. This report provides a summary of evaluative findings for this program from October 1, 2022 to March 31, 2024. The Prairie Community Supports for Temporary Foreign Workers (TFW) Program launched October 1, 2022, and is the continuation of the TFW Prairie Region Support Project. The program goal is to deliver a coordinated and collaborative approach to support migrant workers/TFWs across the Prairie Provinces. This report provides a summary of evaluative findings for this program from October 1, 2022 to March 31, 2024.
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The aim of this study was to delve into the experiences of African immigrant women in Southern Alberta and the ensuing impact on mental health. Employing an exploratory descriptive qualitative research design, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 African immigrant women living in Lethbridge or Calgary, AB. Thematic analysis revealed that these women encountered intersecting challenges in Canada stemming from factors such as race, gender, social class, and immigration status, leading to negative effects on their mental health. Nevertheless, the participants employed various coping strategies to alleviate these challenges, with culture playing a significant role in shaping perceptions and coping mechanisms. The study underscores the importance of implementing culturally safe programs by stakeholders, policy makers, and mental health practitioners to facilitate the successful transition and integration of African Immigrant women into their new environment. The aim of this study was to delve into the experiences of African immigrant women in Southern Alberta and the ensuing impact on mental health. Employing an exploratory descriptive qualitative research design, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 African immigrant women living in Lethbridge or Calgary, AB. Thematic analysis revealed that these women encountered intersecting challenges in Canada stemming from factors such as race, gender, social class, and immigration status, leading to negative effects on their mental health. Nevertheless, the participants employed various coping strategies to alleviate these challenges, with culture playing a significant role in shaping perceptions and coping mechanisms. The study underscores the importance of implementing culturally safe programs by stakeholders, policy makers, and mental health practitioners to facilitate the successful transition and integration of African Immigrant women into their new environment.
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The Theory of Change for the All Together Now Program of the Edmonton Multicultural Coalition Association (EMCA). The aim of the program is to empower community leaders (called ‘animators’) from racialized and culturally diverse communities to help develop and strengthen the community. EMCA hopes to build bridges between community members, animators and mainstream stakeholders in the immigrant serving sector. The Theory of Change for the All Together Now Program of the Edmonton Multicultural Coalition Association (EMCA). The aim of the program is to empower community leaders (called ‘animators’) from racialized and culturally diverse communities to help develop and strengthen the community. EMCA hopes to build bridges between community members, animators and mainstream stakeholders in the immigrant serving sector.
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A guide to the laws criminalizing LGBTQ+ people in various countries around the globe, including a list of the laws by country, as well as world maps indicating countries by type of offense criminalized and sentence type. Important resource to provide context for those working with LGBTQ+ refugees and immigrants, as well as newcomers with LGBTQ+ children. A guide to the laws criminalizing LGBTQ+ people in various countries around the globe, including a list of the laws by country, as well as world maps indicating countries by type of offense criminalized and sentence type. Important resource to provide context for those working with LGBTQ+ refugees and immigrants, as well as newcomers with LGBTQ+ children.
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The 2024 updated program logic model for the Edmonton Multicultural Coalition Association’s All Together Now Program. The 2024 updated program logic model for the Edmonton Multicultural Coalition Association’s All Together Now Program.
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The 2022-2023 Annual Report of the Alberta Immigrant Women & Children Centre (AIWCC) showcases a period of significant growth and achievement. Through programs like HIPPY, Youth Program, and Women Empowerment initiatives, the organization empowers newcomers to Edmonton through education, employment, and community engagement. Testimonials from HIPPY mothers reflect high satisfaction rates, with 93% finding the program helpful. The report also highlights achievements in serving children, youth, adults, and seniors, emphasizing the diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds of clients. With a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, AIWCC continues to make a positive impact in the lives of immigrants and refugees in Alberta. The 2022-2023 Annual Report of the Alberta Immigrant Women & Children Centre (AIWCC) showcases a period of significant growth and achievement. Through programs like HIPPY, Youth Program, and Women Empowerment initiatives, the organization empowers newcomers to Edmonton through education, employment, and community engagement. Testimonials from HIPPY mothers reflect high satisfaction rates, with 93% finding the program helpful. The report also highlights achievements in serving children, youth, adults, and seniors, emphasizing the diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds of clients. With a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, AIWCC continues to make a positive impact in the lives of immigrants and refugees in Alberta.
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Resettlement for refugee youth in Canada presents multifaceted challenges, notably in integrating into existing social structures, including sports and physical activity (PA) programs. Sports and PA programs can play a crucial role in promoting physical and mental well-being, yet refugee youth often face lower participation rates compared to their Canadian-born counterparts. To address this gap, this study investigated the impact of a community-developed multi-sport program, the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) multi-sport program, on the physical
literacy (PL) development and psychosocial well-being of young refugees in Calgary, AB, Canada. The program aimed to equip refugee youth with the tools to embrace sports and PA opportunities in their new environment, fostering physical well-being and a sense of belonging. A total of 16 refugee youth participants between the ages of 13-19 years old (Mean age = 16.00±1.75, n =14 males) were recruited for this study and were living in temporary housing (M = 1.19 months on arrival) while being assisted by CCIS during their resettlement period. The study employed
mixed methods, including the PLAY-basic tool and a modified PLAY-self questionnaire, to assess program effects on various PL domains. Qualitative data from focus group interviews and an ethnographic approach provided further insights into the program’s broader impact on well-being and social health. Resettlement for refugee youth in Canada presents multifaceted challenges, notably in integrating into existing social structures, including sports and physical activity (PA) programs. Sports and PA programs can play a crucial role in promoting physical and mental well-being, yet refugee youth often face lower participation rates compared to their Canadian-born counterparts. To address this gap, this study investigated the impact of a community-developed multi-sport program, the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) multi-sport program, on the physical
literacy (PL) development and psychosocial well-being of young refugees in Calgary, AB, Canada. The program aimed to equip refugee youth with the tools to embrace sports and PA opportunities in their new environment, fostering physical well-being and a sense of belonging. A total of 16 refugee youth participants between the ages of 13-19 years old (Mean age = 16.00±1.75, n =14 males) were recruited for this study and were living in temporary housing (M = 1.19 months on arrival) while being assisted by CCIS during their resettlement period. The study employed
mixed methods, including the PLAY-basic tool and a modified PLAY-self questionnaire, to assess program effects on various PL domains. Qualitative data from focus group interviews and an ethnographic approach provided further insights into the program’s broader impact on well-being and social health.
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The 2022-2023 Annual Report of the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) highlights a year of impactful initiatives and partnerships aimed at supporting immigrants and refugees in their settlement journey. From innovative projects like the Mindfulness-Based Employment Support (MBES) program to the Build Your Business (BYB) program fostering entrepreneurship, CCIS remains dedicated to empowering newcomers. Despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, CCIS prioritized the mental and emotional well-being of clients, ensuring their success in finding employment and integrating into Canadian society. Through collaboration with funders, partners, and visionary leaders like Fariborz Birjandian, CCIS continues to shape a brighter future for our community. The 2022-2023 Annual Report of the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) highlights a year of impactful initiatives and partnerships aimed at supporting immigrants and refugees in their settlement journey. From innovative projects like the Mindfulness-Based Employment Support (MBES) program to the Build Your Business (BYB) program fostering entrepreneurship, CCIS remains dedicated to empowering newcomers. Despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, CCIS prioritized the mental and emotional well-being of clients, ensuring their success in finding employment and integrating into Canadian society. Through collaboration with funders, partners, and visionary leaders like Fariborz Birjandian, CCIS continues to shape a brighter future for our community.
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