The Welcoming Communities Initiative (WCI) fosters inclusive communities through effective relationships between newcomers and the broader Calgary community. The initiative promotes the strengthened participation of new immigrants in civil society by engaging communities, institutions and individuals in creating positive spaces for social, economic and cultural integration.

What does the initiative offer?

• Positive, transformative relationships with institutions, organizations and communities.
• Proactive community response to newcomer settlement needs.
• Discussions and education forums on newcomer issues.
• Engages institutions, communities and individuals in translating diversity and inclusion understanding into concrete actions.
• Improve communities, foster social inclusion and the economic performance of newcomers.

How will you benefit?

• Individuals: expand networks and build strong connections.
• Institutions/organizations: become leaders in promoting inclusive, welcoming communities and workplaces.
• Discover and utilize strengths and skills of newcomers.
• Improve community image: enjoy a strong, safe, caring, and cohesive community.
• Participate in engaging, educative, issue-based forums relevant to newcomers' settlement and integration.

Who qualifies?

• Local organizations/stakeholders, institutions, businesses, companies, communities.
• Newcomer communities and members.

Call 403-569-3325 for more information.

The Welcoming Communities Initiative receives funding from Citizenship and Immigration Canada.