About ICCA
Activating Indigenous Creative Sovereignty
For more than 20 years, the Indigenous Curatorial Collective / Collectif des commissaires autochtones (ICCA) has been an Indigenous-run and led non-profit organization dedicated to advancing Indigenous curatorial practices.
We bring together curators, artists, writers, academics, and cultural workers through gatherings, collaborations, and critical conversations. Whether rooted in community or reaching across institutions, our work centers Indigenous perspectives and fosters creative sovereignty.
Explore how our network continues to grow, challenge, and transform the arts landscape.
Updates, Jobs and Opportunities
Pathways to Funding: Navigating Programs & Portals
Grant Webinar Series Part 1 – Pathways to Funding: Navigating Programs & Portals
March 12, 2026 | 1:00–3:00 PM EST
This session introduced the Canada Council for the Arts portal and funding opportunities through Creating, Knowing and Sharing: The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. Participants learned about eligibility, application limits, profile setup, and available supports, and engaged in a live Q&A.
Registration is now closed. A special thanks to the Canada Council for the Arts team for their time and expertise.
If you attended, please share your feedback by completing our Grant Webinar Series survey.
Journeys in Research: Curatorial Travel & Grants
Grant Webinar Series: Part 2 – Journeys in Research: Curatorial Travel & Grants
March 17, 2026 | 1:00–2:30 PM EST
This session explored the Canada Council for the Arts funding for curatorial research and travel. Participants learned about the application process for travel grants, international opportunities, and how to effectively document a project’s impact.
Registration is now closed. A special thank you to Chris C.E. Gatchalian for sharing such valuable insights and supporting our community’s growth.
If you missed the live event or want to revisit the discussion, you can catch the replay of Part 2 over at our YouTube channel.
Our Curatorial History & International Partnerships in France
The Indigenous Curatorial Collective (ICCA) will present its curatorial history and ongoing international partnerships in Marseille, France, at Triangle-Astérides on Thursday, March 26, 2026. The presentation will be delivered by Liz Barron, Director of the Indigenous Curatorial Collective, and will be accompanied by a special screening program curated by Cecilia Araneda, Artistic Director of the WNDX Festival of Moving Image.
Read Full Press Release on the WNDX x ICCA Partnership in France.
Introducing the ICCA Podcast!
We’re excited to launch Indigenous Narratives in Art, a new ICCA podcast dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices shaping contemporary curatorial practice, art writing, and community-led arts futures. Each episode invites listeners into conversations with Indigenous artists, curators, writers, and knowledge carriers, offering insight into the relationships, mentorship, and community accountability that guide our work.
Listen to the ICCA podcast Indigenous Narratives in Art.
Creative Conciliations Now Published!
Creative Conciliations is now live, presented with Wilfrid Laurier University Press and ICCA, centering Indigenous art writing, curatorial practice, and collective responsibility. Marking ten years since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report, the publication brings together essays, reflections, and artistic gestures that explore memory, care, and relational conciliation.
Special thank you to the co-editors, Tarah Hogue and Jennifer Robinson, for guiding this important publication.
Read the Chapter Essays and learn about the Creative Conciliations Publication.
Explore our Resources!
The ICCA’s Virtual Resource Center (VRC) is a growing online hub of tools, guides, handbooks, best practices, publications, and career resources for Indigenous artists, curators, writers, and arts workers. It also includes a searchable database of grants and funding opportunities, all curated to reflect Indigenous priorities, perspectives, and methodologies. The VRC supports learning, research, and professional growth in one accessible, community-informed space.
Visit and explore the Virtual Resource Center (VRC).
New Partnership!
A significant collaboration has been formed between the Indigenous Curatorial Collective (ICCA) and Rungh Magazine. This partnership will work to amplify Indigenous voices and provide a platform for Indigenous art, artists, curators, exhibitions, and related programming. The initiative seeks to encourage critical dialogue and broaden the audience for Indigenous narratives.
Read Full ICCAxRungh Press Release.
Bibliography Returns!
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Community Memberships
ICCA’s Community Membership connects Indigenous curators and cultural workers through mentorship, advocacy, and shared opportunities. It builds a strong, sovereign arts ecosystem across Turtle Island. With access to national gatherings, exclusive programs, and peer support spaces, membership is more than a benefit—it is a movement. Become a member and shape the future of Indigenous curatorial practice.
Institutional Memberships
ICCA’s Institutional Membership supports organizations in deepening their relationships with Indigenous artists and curators through intentional, values-driven partnerships. Grounded in Governance of Compassion frameworks, this program offers a pathway toward more accountable and culturally responsive engagement. Start building more meaningful connections and become a member today.
