New to Canada?

Settlement Services at your Library

Come to the Library to and meet one-on-one with a qualified settlement agent.

Get information on many topics including:

• English language learning
• Employment and careers
• Canadian law
• Finances and banking
• Recreation
• Housing
• Education
• Child care
• Health services
• Transportation

And many more!

Locations and Hours

for Library branches offering Settlement Services

Central Library

Services offered in partnership with Immigrant Services Calgary (ISC).

Forest Lawn Library

Services offered in partnership with Calgary Immigrant Women's Association (CIWA).

Saddletowne Library

Services offered in partnership with the Centre for Newcomers.

Shawnessy Library

Services offered in partnership with the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS).

Village Square Library

Services offered in partnership with the Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth (CBFY).

Partners:

Group Settlement Programs at the Library

Smart Tips for Newcomers to Canada

Are you new to Canada and want basic information about life in Calgary?

• Come for this 2-hour program that will help you get settled in the city
• Register on our Programs and Events page.

Offered in partnership with Immigrant Services Calgary (ISC).

'Welcome to Canada' Workshops

Are you looking for information about getting settled in Canada and Calgary?

• Topics include:
• Calgary school system
• Recreation
• Health
• Law
• And more!

To find out what workshops are scheduled, visit our Programs and Events page.

Offered in partnership with the Calgary Bridge Foundation, In-School Settlement Program.

E-Library Resources

	Newspaper Direct Instant access to over 2200 newspapers from around the world.
	中文电子期刊 Qikan Chinese Newspapers 150 popular Chinese language magazines.
	Job and Career Accelerator An interactive online job search toolkit that offers step-by-step guidance in resume building, cover letters, occupation profiles and the job search process.

Helpful Links

	Welcome to Canada! Information from Citizenship & Immigration Canada. Download the PDF		Canada Post Find a post office nearby.
	Get a Driver's License All the info you need to pass the driver's test or update your license.		Get an Alberta Healthcare Card It's important. Always carry it with your picture ID.
	Get a SIN Card Learn how to apply for a Social Insurance (SIN) Card. SIN cards allow you to get a job or apply for government assistance or credit.		Calgary Transit Find routes and passes to get around the city.
	Immigrating to Alberta Information on careers, education, health, recreation and more in Alberta.