New Opportunities for Creativity.

Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation (ICAI) is your gateway to Alberta’s Creative Hub. We connect newcomer and immigrant arts professionals with local experts, empowering your artistic journey with support and resources to thrive in our vibrant arts community. We take pride in being the transformative bridge that seamlessly connects creative talents new to Canada with local industry experts.

Unlock Your Possibilities Through ICAI’s Services

As a dedicated non-profit organization, the Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation drives artistic empowerment through vital services that will amplify your creative journey.

Our core conviction lies in the power of connections. Guided by our principles, we champion a culture of unwavering support and inclusiveness. Within our nurturing environments, artists are embraced with open arms, allowing us to uplift and empower each individual with whom we are privileged to collaborate with. 

Unlock Your Artistic Potential with ICAI Programs!

At the Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation, we are committed to empowering newcomer and immigrant arts professionals with a suite of specialized programs tailored to your unique needs.

Our offerings are designed to nurture your artistic growth, foster connections, and provide essential resources to thrive in the Alberta arts community.

Our programs include: Mentorship, Artist of the Month, Artist Talks, Workshops, Exhibitions and Performances.

  • It is artists like these that are going to be able to tell the story of what it means to move to a new place, and what it's like to see the world through a completely different lens and have a completely different context.

    -Sanja & Josh, Arts Commons

MISSION

To connect, empower, and advocate for immigrant and newcomer arts professionals by providing resources to support an inclusive environment so each individual can thrive.

At ICAI, our mission is crystal clear - we stand united to advocate, connect, and empower newcomer and immigrant arts professionals. Through our unwavering commitment, we strive to create a vibrant and inclusive environment where every artist can thrive and flourish. We are a unified force dedicated to advocate, connect, and empower newcomer and immigrant arts professionals. Through our firm commitment, we labor to forge a vibrant and welcoming environment where every artist can not only thrive in but also reach their full potential on new land.

VISION

Transforming the arts community in Alberta through opportunities designed for immigrant artists, arts administrators, creative professionals, and culture workers. 

Our vision is to transform the arts sector in Alberta through innovative and accessible means. We are driven by creativity, passion, and kindness, envisioning a future where opportunities for growth are boundless for immigrant and newcomer artists. Our vision unfolds as a transformative force within Alberta’s arts sector, achieved through accessible and innovative avenues. In this collective journey, we picture a future that knows no bounds, where growth opportunities stretch infinitely for newcomer and immigrant artists.

VALUES

Creativity: We celebrate and nurture creativity, recognizing it as a driving force behind artistic excellence and cultural enrichment.

Creativity is the heartbeat of our spirit. By celebrating artistic expression, we recognize it as the driving force in propelling artistic brilliance and enriching cultures.