The Somali Immigrant Service Society of Alberta (SISSA) is proud to share the successful completion of a series of Anti-Racism Community Sessions held between February and April 2026 in Edmonton. These sessions brought together community members, youth, and leaders to engage in meaningful dialogue, promote inclusion, and address racism within…

At the Somali Immigrant Service Society of Alberta (SISSA), we help newcomers build strong, successful futures in Canada. Our settlement and integration services support individuals and families from East African communities as they adjust to life in Edmonton. Moving to a new country brings challenges — and opportunities. SISSA is…

On January  4th 2026, the Somali Immigrant Service Society of Alberta (SISSA) has successfully hosted a one-day Immigrant Winter Safety event made possible through winter grant funding from the city of Edmonton. The event provided newcomers with important information on winter safety, cold-weather preparedness and available community supports to help…

Neighbourhood Connections brought community members together to learn, listen, and engage with different perspectives from across the neighbourhood. The event, organized by SISSA, featured several guest speakers and was well attended by many neighbours. This important gathering created a welcoming space for residents to share ideas, better understand their community,…