RURAL ALBERTA SERVICES

SETTLEMENT SERVICES

There is much to learn when you and your family first arrive in High River. We assist with your immediate needs for housing, schools, health care and more. 

WORKSHOPS & GROUP SESSIONS

Throughout the year, we provide workshops and information sessions to give you more knowledge about how to make High River your home.  Our workshops cover a wide range of topics from driving in Alberta, to filing income tax, to learning about community events and discovering the many things you can do with your family.

SCHOOL SUPPORT

Starting school in a new country can be very challenging for our children. We are here to make sure you and your children have the information they need to get off to a good head start.  We will act as a liaison between you and the school and answer any questions you have about how our system works and how best to help your child succeed.  We can assist with school registration, in-school guidance and referrals if necessary.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Teenagers bring their own unique viewpoint to our lives.  While they are at school, we can introduce them to other students with similar interests and backgrounds. Culture Club is a weekly get-together in the school that helps new students connect with more established classmates. Our Youth Cultural Ambassador Program builds leadership and confidence skills for your youth.  Contact our office to find out which schools we are in and how you can participate.

CANADA CONNECTS

We are always looking for caring, committed individuals who have the time and  flexibility to spend a few hours each week with a family who needs support and kindness as they resettle in Canada.

These are life-changing friendships waiting to be shared.  We accept both family units and individuals.

Volunteers offer guidance and companionship to someone new, and help us provide support to our newest neighbours, and the community as a whole. Find out today how you can make a difference.

VOLUNTEER SERVICES

As an organization with strong connections to High River, we have numerous opportunities for you to support our agency.  You can lend a hand with office organization, paperwork, event management and helping others settle in our community.  Find out today how you can make a difference.

LANGUAGE SUPPORT

Our staff and volunteers speak a number of different languages and can assist you during those times when speaking and understanding English with other community members is necessary.  Official documents requiring legal or medical translation can be facilitated by our Calgary office who have access to certified translators. Contact Laleh Mousavi @ lmousavi@ccisab.ca This is a fee-for-service.

SETTLEMENT SERVICES

There is much to learn when you and your family first arrive in Okotoks. We assist with your immediate needs for housing, schools, health care and more. 

WORKSHOPS & GROUP SESSIONS

Throughout the year, we provide workshops and information sessions to give you more knowledge about how to make Okotoks your home.  Our workshops cover a wide range of topics from driving in Alberta, to filing income tax, to learning about community events and discovering the many things you can do with your family.

SCHOOL SUPPORT

Starting school in a new country can be very challenging for our children. We are here to make sure you and your children have the information they need to get off to a good head start.  We will act as a liaison between you and the school and answer any questions you have about how our system works and how best to help your child succeed.  We can assist with school registration, in-school guidance and referrals if necessary.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Teenagers bring their own unique viewpoint to our lives.  While they are at school, we can introduce them to other students with similar interests and backgrounds.  Culture Club is a weekly get-together in the school that helps new students connect with more established classmates. Our Youth Cultural Ambassador Program builds leadership and confidence skills for your youth.  Contact our office to find out which schools we are in and how you can participate.   

CANADA CONNECTS

We are always looking for caring, committed individuals who have the time and  flexibility to spend a few hours each week with a family who needs support and kindness as they resettle in Canada.

These are life-changing friendships waiting to be shared.  We accept both family units and individuals.

 Volunteers offer guidance and companionship to someone new, and they help us provide support to individuals and families, and the community as a whole. Find out today how you can make a difference.

VOLUNTEER SERVICES

As an organization with strong connections to Okotoks, we have numerous opportunities for you to support our agency.  You can lend a hand with office organization, paperwork, event management and helping others settle in our community.  Find out today how you can make a difference.

SETTLEMENT SERVICES

There is much to learn when you and your family first arrive in High River. We assist with your immediate needs for housing, schools, health care and more. 

WORKSHOPS & GROUP SESSIONS

Throughout the year, we provide workshops and information sessions to give you more knowledge about how to make High River your home.  Our workshops cover a wide range of topics from driving in Alberta, to filing income tax, to learning about community events and discovering the many things you can do with your family.

SCHOOL SUPPORT

Starting school in a new country can be very challenging for our children. We are here to make sure you and your children have the information they need to get off to a good head start.  We will act as a liaison between you and the school and answer any questions you have about how our system works and how best to help your child succeed.  We can assist with school registration, in-school guidance and referrals if necessary.

SETTLEMENT SERVICES

There is much to learn when you and your family first arrive in Rockyview County. We assist with your immediate needs for housing, schools, health care and more. 

WORKSHOPS & GROUP SESSIONS

Throughout the year, we provide workshops and information sessions to give you more knowledge about how to make Rockyview County your home.  Our workshops cover a wide range of topics from driving in Alberta, to filing income tax, to learning about community events and discovering the many things you can do with your family.

SCHOOL SUPPORT

Starting school in a new country can be very challenging for our children. We are here to make sure you and your child have the information they need to get off to a good head start.  We will act as a liaison between you and the school and answer any questions you have about how our system works and how best to help your child succeed.  We can assist with school registration, in-school guidance and referrals if necessary.

SETTLEMENT SERVICES

There is much to learn when you and your family first arrive in Claresholm and area. We assist with your immediate needs for housing, schools, health care and more.

WORKSHOPS & GROUP SESSIONS

Throughout the year, we provide workshops and information sessions to give you more knowledge about how to make the region of Willow Creek your home. 

Our workshops cover a wide range of topics from driving in Alberta, to filing income tax, to learning about community events, and discovering the many things you can do with your family.

WELCOMING CLARESHOLM PROJECT

We are also pleased to be a partner organization with the Welcoming Claresholm Project.

Together with the Economic Development Committee/Town of Claresholm, this initiative supports Claresholm and region-including its service providers, schools, community members and employers- in welcoming, settling and retaining newcomers in the area.

 By building the capacity of the community to support newcomers as they adjust to life in their new community, and ensuring they feel welcomed and engaged, the Town of Claresholm will stand out an attractive, supportive municipality which benefits from inclusion and diversity.