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Real Stories

Every person who walks through our doors brings a story worth telling. Here you'll find stories of resilience, belonging, and everyday moments that make the Victoria region a richer place for all of us.

A diverse group of people of various ages and ethnicities laughing together outdoors.
Haft-seen table with seven symbolic items including eggs, apple, seeds, and a goldfish bowl, on a patterned tablecloth.

From ceremonial to sentimental: A DIY Nowruz celebration guide

If you've stumbled upon these opening lines after passing the title, congratulations! You're […]

Two women of different ages smiling, with colorful circles in the background.

Friendship makes home

Helen and Sherilyn first met at ICA through the English Pronunciation Practice workshop […]

People march in a parade holding signs and flags, some with rainbow or trans pride colors.

Stronger Together

As author and activist Audre Lorde said, "There is no such thing as […]

A diverse group of seven young people smiles joyfully behind a rainbow pride flag.

Q+ Crew: A Participants Point of View

Q+ Crew: A Participants Point of View When it comes to LGBTQ+ newcomers […]

A man in a black chef's coat and red bandana stands with a woman in a black shirt, in front of a restaurant mural.

Feeling At Home in Victoria

“When we are at ICA, we feel like we are with family. Our […]

Alrayan Adlan, Tuqa Al-Masawi, and Cindy Quan, three women of diverse backgrounds, pose for portraits.

ICA’s 2021 Diversity Scholarship Award Winners

The pandemic has not dampened the ambitions of local students but the costs […]

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