AAI 2026 Program Offerings

AAI 2026 Program Overview

January 15, 2026 Toronto, ON Overview

AstroSankofa Arts Initiatives presents our 2026 lineup of workshops, exhibitions, and community programs celebrating Black Canadian arts and culture.

Visual Storytelling Workshop

February 10, 2026 Art Gallery of Ontario Workshop

Learn how to tell powerful conceptual visual stories through photography and digital media. This intensive workshop covers narrative techniques, composition, and digital storytelling tools.

Public Art Installations 2026

March 20, 2026 Various Locations, Toronto Exhibition

Join us for the unveiling of new public art installations celebrating Black Canadian heritage throughout Toronto. Features works from emerging and established Black artists.

Youth Arts Mentorship Program

April 01, 2026 Daniels Spectrum Mentorship

A 6-month mentorship program connecting young Black artists (ages 16-24) with established mentors in their chosen artistic discipline.

Afrofuturism Arts Festival

June 15, 2026 Harbourfront Centre Festival

A three-day festival exploring the intersection of technology, art, and Afrofuturism. Features panels, workshops, performances, and exhibitions.

Community Murals Project

July 10, 2026 Community Centers across Toronto Public Art

Collaborative mural creation in partnership with local communities. Each mural tells the story of Black contributions to Canadian culture and history.

Digital Arts Residency

September 01, 2026 InterAccess Electronic Media Arts Centre Residency

A 3-month residency program for digital artists exploring themes of identity, technology, and Black futures. Includes studio space and exhibition opportunities.

Cultural Storytelling Series

October 05, 2026 Toronto Public Library Branches Community

Monthly gatherings featuring elders, storytellers, and artists sharing stories of Black Canadian history and contemporary experiences.