Building strong community in Alberta.
We help Somali immigrants and refugees across Alberta settle in, find work, learn, and build a life here.
Where do you want to go from here?
Settlement Assistance
Help newcomers adjust to housing, healthcare, transportation and everyday life support
Employment Support
Job readiness training, resume building and interview preparation for career success
Education Programs
ESL classes, digital literacy and adult learning opportunities
Legal Referrals
We connect individuals and families with outside legal help. SISSA does not give legal advice.
Youth & Family Services
Programs that empower youth, strengthen families and build future leaders
Community Events
Cultural workshops and community gatherings that build stronger connections
Mental Health Support
A safe place to talk about wellbeing, with connections to counselling and community support.
Senior Services
Connection, activities, and everyday support for older community members.
Waste Management Education
Plain-language guidance on sorting, recycling and safe waste disposal for newcomer households in Edmonton.
What do you need help with?
Tell us what's going on and we'll point you to the right support. You don't need to know how SISSA is organised.
Next event
No upcoming events are posted right now. Check back soon, or contact us to ask what's coming up.
All eventsStories from our community
Recaps from settlement sessions, cultural celebrations, and neighbourhood gatherings we've hosted across Alberta.
Settlement & Integration Services Supporting East African Communities in Edmonton
How SISSA's settlement and integration services support individuals and families from East African communities as they build new lives in Edmonton.
SISSA Hosted a Winter Together Event in Edmonton
On January 4, 2026, SISSA hosted a one-day Immigrant Winter Safety event, funded by the City of Edmonton, to help newcomers prepare for Alberta's winter.
Neighbourhood Connections Event
Neighbourhood Connections brought residents together with guest speakers to share perspectives, understand their community, and build a sense of belonging.
About SISSA
SISSA, the Somali Immigrant Service Society of Alberta, is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Somali immigrants and refugees in Alberta, Canada. We work primarily with families in and around Edmonton, helping people settle, learn, find work, and build a life here.
