Homelessness Outreach Program
NILECAPD provides outreach and practical support to vulnerable individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability in Calgary through services that include food distribution, clothing assistance, hygiene supplies, referrals to housing and social services, community support and advocacy, and connection to culturally appropriate resources. The intended outcomes are reduced isolation, improved access to support services, increased housing stability, and improved overall well-being.

Family Reunification Support
Many newcomers and refugees experience prolonged separation from their families because of conflict, displacement, and immigration challenges. NILECAPD assists by connecting families with resources and community supports, helping individuals navigate available settlement services, providing information and referrals, and supporting emotional and social reintegration The intended outcomes are stronger family support systems, improved settlement outcomes, and enhanced emotional well-being.

Youth Mentorship & Risk Prevention Programs
NILECAPD supports young people through mentorship and positive community engagement opportunities designed to reduce the risks associated with gang involvement, substance use, social exclusion, and unemployment. Activities include youth mentoring, leadership development, educational support, employment readiness workshops, volunteer opportunities, and community engagement initiatives. Intended Outcomes are improved educational engagement, increased leadership skills, reduced risk behaviours, and greater community participation.

Mental Health & Psychosocial Support
Recognizing the effects of trauma, displacement, and resettlement, NILECAPD promotes access to culturally informed mental health and psychosocial supports. Services include providing peer support, community wellness workshops, referrals to counselling and mental health services, social support networks, and trauma-informed community programming. Intended outcomes are improved mental well-being, reduced social isolation, and increased access to appropriate support services.

Community Events & Cultural Connection
NILECAPD hosts events that promote belonging, social inclusion, cultural pride, and community cohesion. Examples include family dinners, cultural celebrations, community discussions, youth and family gatherings, and educational workshops. Intended outcomes are stronger community connections, reduced isolation, preservation of cultural identity, and greater civic participation.

Legal & Settlement Support
NILECAPD assists newcomers and refugees in connecting with services that support successful settlement and integration in Canada. Support includes referrals to legal services, housing resources, government program information, employment service referrals, and settlement navigation assistance. Intended Outcomes are improved access to services, increased newcomer self-sufficiency, and successful integration into Canadian society.

Seniors Program
To address the growing challenge of social isolation among older adults, NILECAPD hosts monthly gatherings for senior men and women. The program typically serves approximately 50 senior men and 50 senior women for a total of approximately 100 seniors per month. Activities include community discussions, wellness education, cultural storytelling, peer support, and social and recreational engagement. Intended Outcomes are reduced isolation, improved emotional well-being, preservation of traditional knowledge, and increased community connectedness.

Newcomers Support Program
NILECAPD assists newly arrived immigrants, refugees, and newcomer families in successfully settling and integrating into Canadian society. Recognizing that adjusting to a new country can be challenging, the program provides practical guidance, information, and community support to help newcomers navigate unfamiliar systems and build confidence in their new environment. Services include English as a Second Language (ESL) Support (e.g., referrals to language training programs, providing conversational English practice opportunities, language development through community-based learning activities, connecting newcomers with educational resources), Family Support and Connections to Services (e.g., referrals to settlement agencies, guidance on accessing health and social services, information about educational opportunities, connections to employment and training resources, navigation of community support programs), New Country Orientation (e.g., advising on Canadian laws and civic responsibilities, healthcare and education systems, employment standards and workplace culture, banking and financial literacy, public transportation, municipal resources and supports, cultural adaptation and integration). Intended outcomes are improved English language confidence, increased awareness of available community services, enhanced settlement and integration success, increased newcomer self-sufficiency, improved family stability and well-being, increased participation in community life, and reduced barriers to accessing essential services.