Our people

Meet our team

The staff of the Somali Canadian Society of Calgary support newcomers, youth and families every day. Reach any of us directly by email or call the office at 403-265-7304.

Farah Ali

Executive Director

Farah Ali is a seasoned Executive Leader with deep-rooted expertise spanning the not-for-profit, government, and IT sectors.

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As the Executive Director of the Somali Canadian Society of Calgary (SCSC) and the former Executive Director and co-founder of the Calgary African Community Collective (CACC), he has been a driving force in fostering community integration and socio-economic empowerment for newcomers across the region.

His strategic influence extends to the provincial and municipal levels, where he serves as a member of Alberta’s inaugural Black Advisory Council and sits on the Calgary Police Service Black Advisory Board, advising leadership on critical policies and systemic barriers. With a professional foundation in Information Technology and computer networks, Farah brings a modern, data-driven approach to community advocacy and organizational scaling.

A recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal, he is widely recognized for his distinguished service and his unwavering commitment to building a more inclusive and equitable Alberta.

farah.ali@scscalgary.ca

Social Worker

Position vacant

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We post all our job openings on our website and Somali media. See our latest Social Worker posting or email info@scscalgary.ca.