The Immigrant Education Society (TIES), in partnership with the Immigrant Services Calgary, Centre for Newcomers, and Calgary Immigrant Women's Association, recently hosted a successful job fair, facilitating valuable connections between hundreds of skilled job seekers and a diverse range of employers.
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Read moreTIES (The Immigrant Education Society) is breaking new ground in newcomer support with the launch of its Centre for Immigrant Research. This is an expansion of their Research and Program Development department (RPD), dedicated to understanding the unique challenges of newcomers and developing programs that address their needs and empower them to thrive.
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The Immigrant Education Society (TIES) President & CEO, Dr. Sally Zhao, has been honoured with the prestigious Women of Inspiration Award in the Advocate & Catalyst for Change category. The award recognizes her exceptional leadership in empowering newcomers and vulnerable populations.
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The second annual TIES Inspiring Showcase was a successful event, celebrating the remarkable achievements of women from TIES Entrepreneurship Programs. About 30 market booths showcased the diverse businesses launched by these inspiring graduates, while a thrilling pitch competition awarded cash prizes to fuel their continued growth. We’re excited to share CTV news coverage of the event and more highlights on YouTube.
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The Immigrant Education Society (TIES) has been awarded a $360,000 grant from TD Bank Group, to support its Pathways to Financial Success program for the next three years. The program, funded through the TD Ready Commitment, will provide financial literacy training and education to newcomers and low-income Canadians.
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In response to the growing need for accessible and quality childcare services, Little Beginnings Urban Oasis Childcare Centre is proud to announce its grand opening in the heart of NE Calgary on March 6, 2024. The centre, strategically located in the community of Whitehorn, is dedicated to serving immigrant families and low-income Calgarians, offering affordable, high-quality, and culturally rich childcare experiences.
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Introducing Evangeline Ross, affectionately known as the “pink lady,” our dedicated Childcare Centre Manager at TIES Little Beginnings Urban Oasis. In this Q&A session, Evangeline talks about her journey to leadership and passion for child development. She also shares her message to families considering childcare at TIES for their little ones.
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At TIES, we are proud of our partnerships with organizations that support the growth and success of the people we serve. In this edition, we are pleased to showcase ECO Canada, our valued community partner.
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Introducing our “Meet the Team” series, where we showcase TIES members shaping our programs and driving our mission forward. In this interview, we are privileged to feature Donna Clarke, Lead of the Literacy Centre of Expertise. Donna shares her journey since joining TIES in 2009, her passionate advocacy for literacy learners, and the much anticipated For The Love of Literacy Conference 2024.
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Global News recently featured the heartwarming festivities at TIES LINC Holiday Party, where Santa spread joy to English language students experiencing their first Canadian Christmas. Personal stories shared by Hamza Ally and Misam Almsri further highlight the positive impact of TIES in helping newcomers adjust and settle in the city.
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TIES is located on the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region, which includes the Blackfoot Confederacy comprising the Siksika, Piikani and Kanai First Nations, the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda including the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Wesley First Nations. The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.
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