Welcome to the Indo-Canadian Women’s Association. Explore our workshops and programs, register as a member or donate to further help the community.
The ICWA prides itself in its ability to help the community in a variety of ways. The workshops are one of the ways the ICWA connects with the Edmonton community.
Explore the different types of classes we offer. If you have any questions about eligibility or registration, please email info@icwaedmonton.ca
The ICWA is an organization that helps individuals regardless of their background, gender, race and age. We host classes during the year to help newcomers adjust to the community here and give them a place to make connections. With a couple workshops, events and get-together scattered across the months, we create welcoming places for everyone to interact and feel connected.
Our vision is that all Canadians achieve a sense of fulfillment and integrate successfully into Canadian culture and society. All people of different backgrounds are active participants in the Canadian community.
We are dedicated to promoting equality, opportunity and protection of rights for everyone. We encourage participation of new Canadians socially, economically and politically.
Every contribution allows us to raise awareness, host workshops and programs, and keep impacting the Edmonton region for progressive change. We are grateful to all our contributors since 1984 for their generous donations. It is with their help, that we are able to continue our mission. Every contribution allows us to raise awareness, host workshops and programs, and keep impacting the Edmonton region for progressive change. We are grateful to all our contributors since 1984 for their generous donations. It is with their help that we are able to continue our mission.
We host programs such as Yoga, information on health issues and ways to improve quality of life.
The youth development program is accommodating to youth of all ages. Programs are usually held in the summer.
Adult & Senior Programs happen year-round, tending to all age groups. Programs are usually flexible, featuring online and/or in-person options.
With our classes, we hope to aid newcomers’ journeys into Canadian society by building on important skills for daily life. Learners report feeling more comfortable and equipped to handle new challenges.
Explore the exciting events organized by ENSS and join us for an unforgettable experience.
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Come join us for this live music extravaganza with many talented artists. Tickets $27. Please contact ICWA at info@icwaedmonton.org or call us at 780-490-0477
Join us at the beautiful venue for a night of music, dance, and celebration.
Join us at the beautiful venue for a night of music, dance, and celebration.
Join us at the beautiful venue for a night of music, dance, and celebration.
Papiya Das and Renu Ray convened and discussed the gap in services to assist the South Asian community. The women, in particular, were underserved by mainstream services. They started providing telephone counseling with referrals and resources.
At the Community Concern Conference, organized by the Council of India Societies of Edmonton, it was decided that there was a need for an organization to assist South Asian Women in need. Indira Aurora, Renu Ray, Ravi Pancholi, Shashi Maniyar and Jayanti Negi each put in $15 to start the Indo-Canadian Women’s Association.
The Indo-Canadian Women’s Association was officially incorporated.
ICWA moved into its current space, 9342 34 Ave, in the heart of the Mill Woods community during the presidency of Miriam Thomas.
ICWA created its sub-brand Edmonton Newcomer Settlement Services specifically for integration and settlement.
ICWA celebrated its 40th anniversary with a gala recognizing the many accomplishments of women. The Hameed family started the Dr. Zohra Husaini Memorial Award to honor women championing women.
Founded in 1984, ICWA has a long and rich history. Watch our ICWA History video to see some of the founding members, our mission creation and other valuable pieces of history.
On March 9th, 2024, we hosted our 40th Anniversary Banquet. Our largest celebration to date, we received some distinguished guests such as Keynote Speaker Catherine Vu and our lieutenant governor, the Honourable Salma Kayak. Watch our ICWA 40th Anniversary video for other highlights!
Find answers to commonly asked questions about ICWA.
No, we serve individuals regardless of background, race, gender, or nationality.
No, however, we can refer you to other community partners specializing in these topics.
We welcome volunteers all year round. Our board of directors also welcomes volunteering positions. To become a member, year-round membership costs $10 per person and $100 for a lifetime. You may go to the office or make a purchase after clicking the donate button and selecting the membership option. If you have any questions regarding this please email info@icwaedmonton.org.
We have English literacy classes, are looking into starting our Computer literacy classes in the future and hold small workshops throughout the month to encourage newcomers to participate, learn and build connections. We offer both online and in-person programming. Most in-person workshops are located at our office, 9342 34 Ave. To register for classes, learn more or for further inquiries please look at the Facebook page or email info@icwaedmonton.org.
Join ICWA today to fulfill our mission of equality, opportunity and the protection of rights. Our members are provided access to exclusive opportunities.
We thank our members for their generous support.
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