An exclusive corporate stair climb challenge at the Calgary Tower bringing together
Calgary's business community to build a stronger workforce and stronger city.
October 3, 2026 • Calgary Tower
Every step represents the determination, resilience, and ambition that newcomers bring to Calgary's workforce
For more than 38 years, TIES has helped newcomers gain the language skills, employment support, and professional training needed to thrive in Calgary.
Today, many employers continue to face workforce challenges while skilled newcomer talent faces barriers to opportunity.
#ClimbStrong brings these worlds together.
By sponsoring and participating, your organization helps create pathways to employment, workplace success, and economic inclusion for newcomers while demonstrating leadership in building a stronger Calgary.
What Makes Climb Strong Different?
Instead of a traditional fundraising gala, Climb Strong combines wellness, team building, networking, and community impact into one unforgettable experience.
Compete alongside Calgary's leading employers in a private Calgary Tower stair climb.
Celebrate your achievement with an exclusive networking breakfast overlooking the city.
Connect with executives, HR leaders, community partners, sponsors, and decision makers.
Support programs that help newcomers build careers and contribute their talents to Calgary's economy.
For over 38 years, TIES has been helping newcomers build skills, find opportunities, and contribute to Calgary's workforce and communities. In 2025–2026, we proudly supported 45,869 clients through language training, employment services, settlement support, mental health programs, childcare, and research initiatives.
View our latest Annual Report to learn more about the impact we're creating together.
Watch the video to hear how TIES has helped newcomers build skills, tap into their full potential, and pursue their dreams in Canada. We are so proud to be part of their journey! Help us create more stories like these!
Thank you for considering sponsoring the #TIESClimbStrong2026! Please contact communications@immigrant-education.ca to discuss sponsorship opportunities or any questions about this event.
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Corporate participation is intentionally limited to ensure a premium experience and safe event flow.
SAVE THE DATE! TIES CALGARY TOWER CLIMB STRONG RETURNS on OCTOBER 3rd, 2026.
Once your sponsorship is confirmed, you will receive a thank-you email with details about your benefits, event information, and next steps. Your organization will also receive instructions on how to activate your team and register participants.
Summit Sponsors, and Title Sponsors receive up to ten (10) event registrations. Basecamp Sponsors receive 8 event registrations. Community Partners receive four (4) registrations. Your team can decide how many members will participate in the climb.
No. You may use as many or as few registrations as you wish. For example, if only six employees wish to participate, only those six need to register.
Each participant must register individually through the official fundraising platform. This helps us manage waivers, event communications, and participant information.
No. Fundraising is completely optional.Sponsors may choose to create a team fundraising page to engage employees, clients, friends, and family, but there is no minimum fundraising requirement and no pressure to raise additional funds.
Yes! Sponsors will have the option to create a team page to celebrate participation and, if desired, raise additional funds in support of TIES programs. Team fundraising is encouraged but entirely optional.
Depending on your sponsorship level, benefits may include:
•Event registrations for your team
•Exclusive access to the Calgary Tower climb
•Networking Breakfast with business and community leaders
•Recognition on the event website
•Logo placement on event signage and promotional materials
•Social media recognition
•VIP opportunities for select sponsors
•Team-building and employee engagement opportunities
Please refer to the Sponsorship Benefits section for details specific to your level.
No. #TIESClimbStrong is designed as a fun and inclusive corporate challenge. Participants are welcome to climb at their own pace and enjoy the experience together.
Not at all. Participants of varying fitness levels are welcome. The event focuses on teamwork, wellness, and community impact rather than competition.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Calgary Tower
101 9 Ave SW
Calgary, Alberta
Registration and team check-in begin in the morning, followed by the climb and Networking Breakfast.
Yes. Depending on your sponsorship level, additional breakfast guests may be included. Please refer to your sponsorship package or contact the TIES team for details.
For sponsorship inquiries or assistance, please contact:
The Immigrant Education Society (TIES)
📧 communications@immigrant-education.ca
We look forward to climbing with you and building a stronger Calgary together!
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