Welcome to RISEC Community Foundation

Building a great community, one newcomer at a time.

Volunteering is at the very core of being a human. No one has made it through life without someone else's help.
-Heather French Henry

Total Hours Volunteered

Last Update October 08, 2024
0 hrs
Company / Organization Hours Donated
60.55 hrs
36.05 hrs
GRAND TOTAL
96.6 HRS

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RISEC News

Canadian Horizon Magazine

Canadian Horizons Issue #1

Upcoming Events

Successfully Integrating into Canada as a New Immigrant and a Parent: Li-Ling Chang
June 7, 2024

Successfully Integrating into Canada as a New Immigrant and a Parent: Li-Ling Chang

Challenges as a New Immigrant My journey began in Taiwan, where I was born and spent my early childhood. Our family decided to immigrate to Canada when I was 13.

June 7, 2024
My Journey and Advice for Newcomers to Canada: Sherissa Celis
June 7, 2024

My Journey and Advice for Newcomers to Canada: Sherissa Celis

A Journey of Service and Community Engagement Challenges as a New Immigrant My name is Sherissa Celis, and I have the honor of serving as the Program Manager for Immigrant

June 7, 2024
From the Editor – It’s More Than Just A Magazine
June 7, 2024

From the Editor – It’s More Than Just A Magazine

It’s a pleasure to introduce to you something that I wish I had when we arrived in Canada - a magazine dedicated to the successful transition of new immigrants.That’s what

June 7, 2024
Albertans without high school diplomas can now register for new credential replacing GED
May 24, 2024

Albertans without high school diplomas can now register for new credential replacing GED

By Phil Heidenreich  Global NewsStarting on Wednesday, the Alberta government says residents of the province who do not have high school diplomas can begin registering for the new adult education credential that

May 24, 2024
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  • What is RISEC?

    RISEC stands for Refugee, Immigrant, Settlement, Education, and Career.

Resources for Newcomers

Company Name Resource Purpose Website, Contact Info Province
College Diploma Assistance, Student Loan and Grants
www.globalbridge-edu.com E: info@globalbridge-edu.com
Services all of Canada
Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Family Insurance, Travel/Visitors insurance
www.ifsg-ca.com E: info@ifsg-ca.com
Services all of Canada

RISEC: Refugee Immigrant Settlement Education Career

RISEC Community Foundation is dedicated to assisting newcomers in their integration process into Canadian society. Our programs and services are aimed at addressing their immediate needs about their settlement, education, and career in Canada. From language classes and job training to career mentorship and settlement support, we strive to create a proactive environment where every newcomer has an opportunity to thrive and find success in Canada.