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Congratulations Candice Hopkins

We at the ICCA honour excellence and celebrate Candice Hopkins on being named a Gold Awardee in the Curators category at the #ArtBaselAwards this year. ✨

Her leadership continues to inspire curators, artists, and communities across #ICCA.

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December 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Indigenous Narratives in Art: Episode 1 Now Live!

In our inaugural episode, we sit down with Lori Beavis from Daphne Art Center/Centre d’art daphne and #ICCA’s Board Treasurer to explore how #IndigenousNarratives shape contemporary art. ✨

Listen in and be part of the movement.

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December 8, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Curator’s Spotlight: Tarah Hogue 🌟

We celebrate Tarah, a curator, writer, and cultural worker whose practice shapes #IndigenousContemporary art. ✨

Her work is grounded in relational geographies, curating a space for connection, inquiry, and #CulturalResurgence. 🌿

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December 4, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Call for Aotearoa Indigenous Curators

Join #ICCA in supporting six Indigenous curators from Aotearoa to participate in major exhibitions, festivals, and events in 2026. 🌏

Now Accepting Applications!

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December 1, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Writer’s Spotlight: Curatorial Mentorship ✨

Here are three curatorial essays from the Echo Lines program🌿

Denewa, Joi T. Arcand
Stayin’ Alive, Feather Miigwans
Kingunilialuk, Malaya Kisa-Knickelbein
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November 24, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Protecting Indigenous Art ⚖️

Highlighting Legal Considerations for Indigenous Artists & Designers, illustrated by Natalie King, a vital guide created by #CARFACOntario in collaboration w #WEKH, #OCADUniversity’s RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers & #ALAS.

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November 20, 2025 at 12:02 PM
We Want Your Feedback! 📝

Thank you for being part of #Kîsik2025, a gathering dedicated to Indigenous curators, artists, &cultural workers.

Please take a moment to fill out our survey. Your feedback guides us forward as we skywatch the future—together

Take the survey now: forms.gle/dxDjavjKh98L...
November 19, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Honouring the King Charles III Coronation Medal Recipients ✨

#ICCA is proud to celebrate remarkable members of our community with the King Charles III Coronation Medal.

🏅 Greg Hill
🏅 Denise Bolduc
🏅 Jason Baerg
🏅 Jim Logan
🏅 Lee-Ann Martin
🏅 Barry Ace

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November 17, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Threads of Resilience 🟠

Membership is the ribbon that connects.

Community Members gain:
🟪 Mentorship, residencies & curated programs
🌸 Invitations to national Gatherings
🟠 Connection w Indigenous curators & cultural workers
💛 Discounts on workshops, events & publications

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November 13, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Everyone is landing!

Our team is off to the 2025 #KîsikGathering this week! 💼

From November 11th to 16th, our availability will be limited.

Please expect some delays in responses and communications while we’re away, until we're back in office November 17th

—The #ICCA Team 💜

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November 12, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Congratulations, Tania Willard! 🏆

The Indigenous Curatorial Collective is honoured to congratulate artist Tania Willard, recipient of the 2025 #SobeyArtAward.

Experience Declaration of the Understory at The Bentway and the Sobey Art Award exhibition at the National Gallery of Canada

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November 10, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Rock Your Mocs 🥿

It’s that time of year when we proudly #RockYourMocs 💙

Since 2011 this global movement invites Indigenous peoples to walk together 🌿

Though our #ICCA team works from many territories, we stay grounded in shared values and a collective commitment to the arts ✨

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November 10, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Curator’s Spotlight: Cheryl L’Hirondelle 🌟

We celebrate Cheryl L’Hirondelle, an interdisciplinary artist, singer-songwriter, & thinker whose work continues to redefine #IndigenousContemporary art & sound✨

SoundCloud: on.soundcloud.com/vjQT5IX4hmF1...

Photo credit: Tenille Campbell

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November 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Federal Budget 2025 / Budget fédéral 2025

The #ICCA welcomes the continued federal commitment to #ArtsAndCulture in Budget 2025. 🎨

L’#ICCA salue l’engagement renouvelé du gouvernement envers les #ArtsEtLaCulture dans le budget 2025. 🌿

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November 6, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Limited Tickets Available!

Got #Kîsik2025 Questions? 💬

We’ve got answers! The ICCA Gathering FAQs are now live! From hotel codes to one-day passes, we’ve pulled together everything you need to know before arriving in Saskatoon and Regina.

FAQs are live at:

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November 5, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Audain Award Congrats 🏆

Congratulations to artist Brian Jungen, recipient of the 2025 #AudainPrize for the Visual Arts! 🎉

Let’s celebrate his vision and the profound impact of #IndigenousArt on national and international audiences!

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November 3, 2025 at 12:01 PM
We Want to Hear From You! 🗣️

The Indigenous Curatorial Collective (ICCA) is inviting feedback from #IndigenousArtists, curators, and collectives on your experiences with the new #CanadaCouncil for the Arts portal. 🎨

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October 30, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Panel Reveal 🌏

The ICCA Gathering #Kîsik2025 continues at the MacKenzie Art Gallery with the panel “International Cultural Exchange Through Delegations.."

Moderated by Zoe Blac
Featuring panellists:
🟠 Chloe Cull
🟠 James Tapsell-Kururangi
🟠 Melanie Tangaere Baldwin

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October 29, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Resource Spotlight 🔍

@CARFAC Indigenous Protocols for the Visual Arts offers guidance on legal, ethical, & moral considerations for visual arts practice. Practical tools for protecting your work, collaborating respectfully, & advocating for stronger cultural protections. 📚

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October 27, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Who Is This For? 🌾

#Kîsik2025 is for curators, artists, cultural workers, knowledge keepers, & community organizers.

It’s also for institutions, collectives, and allies ready to show up with care.

Walk w us:
📅 November 12–13 in Saskatoon | November 14–15 in Regina

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October 25, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Curator Spotlight: David Garneau 🎨

We celebrate David, a Métis painter, curator, & writer whose work shapes #IndigenousContemporary art. ✨

Be inspired by his vision of art as a living conversation, where creativity & cultural knowledge meet, grow, & endure.
Photo credit: Mika Abbott

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October 23, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Have You Registered? 🍁

#Kîsik2025 is happening this fall—and we’d love for you to be part of it.

Share space, stories, and future visions with us.

📅 November 12–13 in Saskatoon | November 14–15 in Regina
📍 Saskatoon, SK & Regina, SK

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October 22, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Strength in Partnership 🟠

We are thankful for our institutional members who strengthen Indigenous arts leadership 💛

Your commitment builds safer, equitable, and inclusive spaces 🌸

Lead meaningful change in your institution 🌿

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October 20, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Writer’s Spotlight: Peter Morin ✨

Peter, a Tahltan Nation artist and curator, reflects on Launch a Feast for Scavengers, a performance by Rebecca Belmore 🖤

Read Peter’s full reflection, witness this powerful dialogue between land, history, & performance

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October 13, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Cinq à Sept 🍸

Our team is in Vancouver for the ICCA Cinq à Sept, connecting with funders, partners, artists, and curators. 🧡

Event activities include exploring exhibitions, remarks from ICCA leadership, King’s Coronation Medal presentations, curator and artist-led tours. ✨

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October 9, 2025 at 12:03 PM