Calgary Catholic Immigration Society

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About Calgary Catholic Immigration Society

Overview

Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting newly arrived Canadians and refugees in their resettlement process. They provide temporary housing and accommodation, health promotion and protection, family support programs, volunteer support, sponsorship and immigration assistance, as well as community outreach programs. Additionally, CCIS offers language training, business employment training programs, employment communication workshops, ESL skill builders, health programs, early childhood development, and cultural brokerage services. Their comprehensive settlement and integration services extend to Brooks & Foothills community, focusing on interpersonal relationships skills, self-expression, leadership, anti-discrimination activities, literacy, and essential skills.

Mission

In partnership, we empower immigrants and refugees to successfully settle and integrate in our communities.

Vision

CCIS believes in an environment which enhances self-esteem and respect for all, that each individual is unique and of value, that we all have a responsibility to build a healthy community, and in a holistic approach in working with individuals and community.

Unique value proposition

CCIS operates with a dedicated team of more than 450 multi-cultural, multi-denominational and multi-disciplinary professionals, fluent in over 70 languages, delivering services through 20+ locations across Calgary and Southern Alberta.

Financial overview

Revenue (2025)
$40,831,162
Expenses (2025)
$40,354,174
Total assets
$38,369,934
Liabilities
$22,193,058
Year Revenue Expenses Program Admin Fundraising
2025 $40,831,162.00 $40,354,174.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
2024 $46,543,693.00 $45,586,540.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
2023 $66,183,034.00 $62,241,515.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
2022 $36,982,782.00 $35,527,730.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
2021 $21,996,724.00 $21,608,724.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
2020 $20,865,323.00 $20,633,533.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

Financial data sourced from the Canada Revenue Agency.

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Leadership team

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Fariborz Birjandian

Former CEO

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