the heART of the commUNITY
International Avenue Arts and Culture Community (IAACC)’s mandate is to support arts and cultural initiatives in Greater Forest Lawn. IAACC has been an arts mover and shaker in East Calgary since 2001. IAACC is inclusive and diverse, serving the communities of East Central Calgary. Thus, fostering a creative place where everyone can feel included.
“Fostering a creative place where everyone can feel included”
IAACC is the heART of the commUNITY when it comes to accessible arts programming for the community, supporting artists of all ages- giving them an economic uplift, and celebrating diversity through the arts by way of community events.
IAACC also collaborates with Fuse33 Makerspace through an Artist in Residency program, supporting even more artists through Fuse33’s unique art facility, teaching new skills and building an inclusive, accessible community. Learn more about our program under the “Initiatives” menu.
IAACC CURRENT NEWS…
Introducing our new Resident Artist!
Casino Fundraiser
Happening April 23 & 24 at Pure Casino Calgary. It is through this major fundraiser IAACC is able to support arts & cultural programming in Greater Forest Lawn.
Calgary Marathon
IAACC is once again taking part in the Calgary Marathon, happening May 23 & 24. we are looking for a min. of 5 participants to partake in the walk/ run and assist in raising funds for IAACC. There is 42.2km, 21.1km 10km, 5km races (5km is walk or run), kids race and diaper dash and the virtual walk (any of the mentioned lengths on your own time). Register and select IAACC as the charity you are walking or running for and share with your friends & family to help support you & IAACC.
BONUS this fundraiser is also eligible for the matching (up to 50%) funds through the Birdies for Kids program! So every donation you obtain will be matched up to 50%