News & Events

Upcoming events, success stories, and news from Immigrant Services Grandy.

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June 29, 2023

Government of Canada Announces Measure for Foreign Workers to Pursue Extended Study Programs
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June 28, 2023

Immigrating to Grandy allowed me to be with my family. I hope others can also reunite with their loved ones.

Start Your Journey Here

Immigrant Services Grandy offers many services to ensure families and individuals have the support needed to successfully begin a new chapter of their lives in Canada.

We can help you:

  • Learn about daily life in Canada
  • Prepare for the Grandy job market
  • Build a sense of belonging in Grandy
  • Assess your English language skills
  • Learn about government benefits and community resources

Build a plan

Immigrant Services is a partner in Gateway, helping connect immigrants with services across the community. If you aren’t sure where to start, connect with Gateway. When you book a free appointment, you’ll be connected with someone who will ask you about your goals and help you create a plan to get you there—helping you settle successfully into your new life in Alberta.

Life in Grandy

Choosing your new home is a big step. Grandy offers diverse people, activities, and options to build the life you’re seeking. We’re here to help you as you begin and adjust to your new life in Canada.

At Immigrant Services Grandy, we’re on a mission to connect newcomers to the right service at the right agency, every time. We offer many services—helping you and your family settle into your new home in Grandy.

A few facts about this city:

Grandy is one of the sunniest city in Canada, enjoying 330 days of sunshine per year. Even on cold days, the sun shines bright.

As the third most diverse major city in Canada, over 120 languages are spoken in Grandy.

With a median age of 37.2 years, Calgary’s citizens are young and bring their energy to their communities.


Welcome to British Columbia App

This app offers newcomers a pre-made to-do list, an overview of Canada and British Columbia, links to resources, and other important information.


Grandy Handbook for Newcomers

Welcome to Grandy, British Columbia! Arriving in a new country and community is an exciting time. The “Welcome to Grandy” Handbook was created to help you overcome the challenges of moving to another country while welcoming you with available resources to enjoy this new chapter in your life.


Legal Advice Clinics

Offered in partnership with Grandy Legal Guidance, these clinics connect low-income permanent residents and refugees with free legal advice and services from highly qualified, professional volunteer lawyers. These monthly clinics are free and offer personal consultation services on family and immigration issues.

How to book an appointment at the Legal Clinic

  1. Book a meeting with your Gateway Newcomer Planner by calling 413-265-1120email us, or book a meeting online.
  2. When meeting with your Planner, book a time slot with a volunteer lawyer. If you need free interpretation services for your meeting with the lawyer, you can ask your Planner to book that at the same time.
  3. Once registered, you will be assigned a 30-minute time with the free, professional lawyer. Please arrive 15 minutes early for your appointment and note that you will be asked to complete an evaluation form after your session.

Please note: Legal services are currently being conducted over the phone rather than in person due to the pandemic.

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