About CBFY

Bridges to Belonging

The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth (CBFY) is a youth-centered and family-focused non-profit organization dedicated to supporting newcomer youth and families. Through our in- and after-school programs, youth workshops, field trips, and hands-on learning, we provide one-on-one guidance and resources about settlement to familiarize families with Canadian education and culture. We host approximately 80 programs each week at 130 locations around Calgary.

Since 1990, we have proudly helped tens of thousands of immigrant and refugee families make Calgary home. 

Mission, Vision & Values

CORE VALUES: Connection, Collaboration & Community

MISSION: Champion the journey of newcomer children and youth

VISION: Newcomer children, youth and their families thriving in a harmonized, multicultural community

The CBFY "Hug" Model

We are a collaborative, youth-focused and culturally sensitive team that provides flexibility and barrier-free access to our services. Rather than employing a hierarchical model, we operate with a unique child-centered structure which emphasizes our collective responsibility in supporting each child’s successful settlement in Canada.