Indigenous Curatorial Collective/ Collectif des commissaires autochtones

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The Indigenous Curatorial Collective / Collectif des commissaires autochtones (ICCA) is an Indigenous run and led non-profit organization that aims to support and connect fellow Indigenous arts professionals. The Indigenous Curatorial Collective / Collectif des commissaires autochtones is an Indigenous run and led non-profit organization that aims to support and connect fellow Indigenous curators,

artists, writers, academics, and professionals through various methods of gathering. The Indigenous Curatorial Collective engages in critical discourses, increases professional opportunities for our members, develops programming, and most importantly works to build reciprocal relationships with Indigenous curators, artists, communities and the institutions we engage with.

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the weather - and a good book! 📖 ☀️These are a few of our favourites this month, all...
08/19/2026

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the weather - and a good book! 📖 ☀️These are a few of our favourites this month, all works completed by Indigenous artists. What’s on your summer reading list? Let us know in the comments!

Don’t forget to add the books below to your TBR, and visit the link in our bio to explore our complete book collection.

📚BOOK LIST

D’horizons et D’estuaires (From Horizons and Estuaries) by Camille Larivée and Léuli Eshrāghi - a collection of critical and personal texts from Indigenous elders, young artists, art historians, curators, and cultural workers.

Moon of the Crusted Snow by Waubgeshig Rice - a thriller set in a rural Anishinaabe community in northern Canada. It follows a group of community members after they are cut off from the rest of the world amidst a societal collapse.

The Indigenous Art Collection: Selected works 1967–2017 curated by Lee-Ann Martin - This beautiful hardcover is a collection of more than 4000 works by 838 Indigenous artists.

The Hours That Remain by Keith Barker - This play explores the story of Denise, a woman haunted by the disappearance of her sister. As she and her husband Daniel grapple with the loss, Denise is visited by her sister in a series of visions that will help her find the answers she is looking for.

Sharing Indigenous stories, a willingness to suport new and exisiting protocols and creating inclusive spaces is what we...
08/18/2026

Sharing Indigenous stories, a willingness to suport new and exisiting protocols and creating inclusive spaces is what we abide by. The ICCA is dedicated to a long-term commitment of hosting creatives in Indigenous communities, and making sure their voices are continously heard. Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our honour and commitments 🙌

It’s time for the Canadian Government to protect Indigenous artistry. The news of tariffs has negative effects on busine...
08/13/2026

It’s time for the Canadian Government to protect Indigenous artistry. The news of tariffs has negative effects on business, the arts, and the livelihoods of curators and artists we work with every day. From small pieces of jewelry to large works exported for exhibits, this will create a new obstacle for Indigenous folks in the industry who are already at a disadvantage.

The consequence is so much more than 50%. Indigenous arts carry centuries of identity and cultural history that is imperative to diversifying the artist framework in Canada. The Government of Canada must act
quickly to protect artists’ livelihoods and the international circulation of Canadian and Indigenous art. Follow us for updates, resources and more.

Spaces of Care ☕How do we prioritize relationship-building and trust when navigating between community and rigid institu...
08/12/2026

Spaces of Care ☕

How do we prioritize relationship-building and trust when navigating between community and rigid institutions? 🏛️

We’re drawing new blueprints for collaborative safety and care with Tiffany Shaw in our next circle! ☕

Join our circle for Relational Constellations: Co-Designing Spaces of Safety, Care, and Collaborative Practices 🌌

Navigating complex worlds, Tiffany explores the mechanics of relational collaboration ✨

This circle investigates how intentional architectural engagement strategies open up new pathways to safety 🗺️

Reciprocal community processes offer practical ways to solve complex problems collectively 🛠️

We will hold space to discuss building deep relationships and moving vital projects forward together ✊

This project forms an inaugural directory of guides safeguarding the spirit and labour of IBPOC arts workers 📋

📅 Date: August 19, 2026
🕐 Time: 12pm PDT | 1pm MDT/CST | 2pm CDT | 3pm EDT | 4pm ADT
📍 Online: Zoom

Register for the August 19th session at https://form-can.keela.co/tea-time-with-tiffany-shaw-relational-constellations-co-designing-spaces-of-safety-care-and-collaborative-practices 📋

Closed Circle: Registration Required | Must Be An ICCA Member
To protect sensitivity, not all who register will receive an access link ⚠️

Claim your seat at a table built specifically to keep our communities whole through ! 🌌

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The Next Horizon ☕How do we confidently step into leadership while honouring our truths? 🌌We're preparing for the next h...
07/08/2026

The Next Horizon ☕

How do we confidently step into leadership while honouring our truths? 🌌

We're preparing for the next horizon with Aunty Jennifer Smith this upcoming Tea Time session! ☕

Join our talking circle for The Next Horizon: Cultivating Dialogue and Empowering Emerging Indigenous Curators 🌟

This forward-facing session turns the microphone over to the future of our practice 🎤

Jennifer invites us to ask hard questions and challenge legacy norms 🌱

We will establish a deep peer dialogue about what we need to step into leadership confidently ✊

This space replaces traditional hierarchical mentorship with co-mentorship and walking beside one another 👣

Our discussion is rooted in the Cultivating Kin project by Primary Colours and the Art Doula framework 🏛️

Participants will be woven into our permanent, invitation-only directory for peer support 📋

📅 Date: July 15, 2026
🕐 Time: 12pm PDT | 1pm MDT/CST | 2pm CDT | 3pm EDT | 4pm ADT
📍 Online: Zoom

Register for the July 15th session at https://form-can.keela.co/tea-time-with-aunty-jennifer-smith-the-next-horizon-cultivating-dialogue-and-empowering-emerging-indigenous-curators 📋

Closed Circle: Registration Required | Must Be An ICCA Member
To protect intimacy, not all who register will receive an access link ⚠️

Let us gather to commiserate, celebrate, and percolate as we redefine together! ✨

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Onáket meets Waka 🛶Experience a powerful performance and exhibition by artist Greg A. Hill.➡️Meeting portage: Ottawa Art...
06/06/2026

Onáket meets Waka 🛶

Experience a powerful performance and exhibition by artist Greg A. Hill.

➡️Meeting portage: Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) to Gallery 101, Friday June 12, 4–5 PM.

⬅️Return portage: Gallery 101 to OAG, Saturday June 13, 3–4 PM.

Presented by: The Indigenous Curatorial Collective for Tides & Currents.

This performance is a featured highlight of "Tides & Currents: Birchbark Meets Waka," an international delegation and regional gathering hosting Māori, Indigenous, and allied curators.

This collective convergence explores a shared ocean of practice through dynamic dialogue.

Launching Together. Paddling in Rhythm. Reading the Current.

Can't make it in person? Tune in to the live-streamed performance on Instagram via .

Join as we honor global Indigenous stories and paddle in rhythm together ✨

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05/28/2026

“By developing policies that support flexible work schedules and family travel, the ICCA is addressing systemic barriers that have historically limited caregivers' participation in professional opportunities, exhibitions, and events.”

We welcome Level UP! 2024-2025 Visual Arts sector Partner: Indigenous Curatorial Collective/ Collectif des commissaires autochtones (ICCA)!

The ICCA is a national arts service organization that supports the development of Indigenous curators, artists, and cultural workers in Canada and beyond. Our mandate is to advocate for Indigenous perspectives in the arts, providing professional development opportunities, fostering collaboration, and promoting Indigenous voices in curatorial and artistic practices.

As part of the Level UP! Initiative, The ICCA is piloting their CARE Initiative, with support for two Elders to guide the creation and implementation process. This project is led by Liz Barron, a senior arts manager, an independent media arts curator, and a culture connector, located on the homeland of the Métis and Treaty One Territory. Liz is in her second year as Director of Operations with the Indigenous Curatorial Collective (ICCA). She accepted this full-time position for the opportunity to work directly with curators and artists and to be of service to Indigenous creators.

ℹ️ Balancing Act’s Level UP! Initiative supports artists, arts organizations, companies, collectives, festivals, residency programs and project-based initiatives as they explore the creation of policies and practices that support parents, caregivers and others with specialized care needs.
Learn more about Indigenous Curatorial Collective at icca.art
Get to know our Level UP! Initiative and 2024-2025 Partners at BalancingActCanada.com/Level-Up

Final Call: Spilling our Truths 💜Today is the final day to apply for the 2026 Curatorial Cohort. We need your leadership...
05/19/2026

Final Call: Spilling our Truths 💜

Today is the final day to apply for the 2026 Curatorial Cohort. We need your leadership to help us redefine Sovereignty and professional care. ☕

Are you ready to pour into community? We are looking for Art Aunties and Uncles to "walk beside" our peers and share insights on:

🟣 Supporting IBPOC colleagues through institutional tension.
🟣 Prioritizing relationship-building and trust.
🟣 Care-based protection of our IP and AI.

The Directory 📋
In joining this pilot, you become part of an inaugural directory designed for side-by-side support. This isn't traditional hierarchical mentorship; it is a radical space for co-mentorship and mutual respect. 🪻

Claim your seat at the table. 💜
The world often excludes those who keep our communities whole—but here, your wisdom is the foundation. Don't miss this chance to commiserate, celebrate, and percolate with your peers. 🏛️

Professional facilitation fees are provided for your expertise and leadership. 💰

Application Deadline: TONIGHT, May 20th, 2026

Apply Here: form-can.keela.co/tea-time-w-aunties-and-uncles-application

The Power of Walking Beside 💜There is one week left to join our inaugural 2026 Curatorial Cohort. We are seeking six Ind...
05/12/2026

The Power of Walking Beside 💜

There is one week left to join our inaugural 2026 Curatorial Cohort. We are seeking six Indigenous leaders ready to pour into community and transform how we support one another. 🌌

As an Art Aunty or Uncle, you will lead a virtual Tea Time to help peers navigate institutional tension and the ethics of IP/AI. We are looking for your wisdom on:

🟣 Supporting IBPOC colleagues through institutional tension.
🟣 Prioritizing relationship-building and trust.
🟣 Defining care-based protection for our digital knowledge.

The Directory 📋
Your participation places you in our inaugural directory—a vital resource for side-by-side support. We are moving away from traditional hierarchical mentorship to embrace co-mentorship rooted in reciprocity and shared vulnerability.

Claim your seat. ☕
This table was built for those who keep our communities whole. Join us to commiserate, celebrate, and percolate as we build a new infrastructure for our sector. 🏛️

Professional facilitation fees are provided for your expertise. 💰

Application Deadline: May 20th, 2026

Apply Here: form-can.keela.co/tea-time-w-aunties-and-uncles-application

Curatorial Cohort Call💜We are seeking six visionary Indigenous leaders for our inaugural 2026 Curatorial Cohort. ☕Are yo...
05/05/2026

Curatorial Cohort Call💜

We are seeking six visionary Indigenous leaders for our inaugural 2026 Curatorial Cohort. ☕

Are you ready to pour into the community? 🌌

This pilot phase invites you to provide "walking beside" support as an Art Aunty or Uncle. We are looking for leaders who are ready to share their insight on:

🟣 How do you support IBPOC colleagues through institutional tension?
🟣 How do you prioritize relationship-building and trust?
🟣 What does "care-based protection" of IP/AI look like to you?

You will lead one of our monthly virtual Tea Times to navigate the emotional and ethical complexities of the sector. Your leadership helps us spill our truths and redefine Sovereignty through the protection of our IP and digital knowledge. 🏛️

The Directory 📋
Participants will be added to our inaugural directory, a resource for artists and curators seeking side-by-side support. This isn't traditional hierarchical mentorship; it is a space for co-mentorship rooted in reciprocity, mutual respect, and the strength found in shared vulnerability.

Claim your seat at a table designed specifically for you. 💜
In a world where institutional tables are often built to exclude those who keep our communities whole, we have set a place for your wisdom. It’s time to commiserate, celebrate, and percolate.

Professional facilitation fees are provided for your expertise and leadership. 💰

Application Deadline: May 20th, 2026

Apply Here: form-can.keela.co/tea-time-w-aunties-and-uncles-application

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262-401 Richmond Street W
Toronto, ON
M5V3A8

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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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