Leadership Update: Welcoming Dr. D’Andre Wilson-Ihejirika, Executive Director
The Calgary Region Immigrant Employment Council (CRIEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. D’Andre Wilson‑Ihejirika as the organization’s next Executive Director.
CRIEC 2026 Mentor of the Year: Dr. Charles Osuji
Celebrating Leadership, Community, and Possibility: Dr. Charles Osuji Named CRIEC’s 2026 Mentor of the Year In every community, there are individuals whose dedication to lifting others becomes a catalyst for real and lasting change. Dr. Charles Osuji, LL.D., C.Dir.—CEO and Managing Counsel of Osuji & Smith Lawyers and one of the most recognized Calgary lawyers […]
Leadership Update: Welcoming Interim ED Sarah Pervez
Leadership Update: Welcoming Interim ED Sarah Pervez We are honored to welcome Sarah Pervez (she/her) as CRIEC’s interim Executive Director, beginning this September. Sarah has been a steadfast partner and champion of CRIEC’s mission, bringing over 15 years of valuable experience in nonprofit leadership. Known for her thoughtful, inclusive, and collaborative leadership style, Sarah embodies the values […]
A New Chapter – Thank You for the Journey
A New Chapter – Thank You for the Journey Dear Friends and Supporters, After three incredible years, I will be stepping down as Executive Director of CRIEC, with my last day being August 30, 2025. This decision comes as I prepare to embrace a new opportunity, and over the next few weeks, I’ll be transitioning out […]
The IEHP Pathway to Employment Program (IEHP-PEP), by Bow Valley College and CRIEC
Bow Valley College and Calgary Region Immigrant Employment Council awarded $9.5 million research grant to support foreign-trained nurses Monday, January 15, 2024 (Calgary, AB) – Bow Valley College and partner Calgary Region Immigrant Employment Council (CRIEC) have received a $9.4 million grant from the Government of Canada to help Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) gain employment […]
CRIEC ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CALGARY REGION IMMIGRANT EMPLOYMENT COUNCIL ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR September 1, 2022 (Calgary, AB) The Board of Directors of the Calgary Region Immigrant Employment Council (“CRIEC”) is pleased to announce that Dr. Nketti Johnston-Taylor will be CRIEC’s new Executive Director effective September 30, 2022. Dr. Johnston-Taylor will join the executive team on September 12th and […]