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About Isaruit

Isaruit is a proudly Inuit-led organization that celebrates and uplifts Inuit art, artists, and knowledge through skill development, cultural exchange, and community support.

Our Purpose

Honouring Inuit Identity Through Art

Isaruit Inuit Arts is rooted in the spirit of restoration, reconciliation, and reconnection. We provide safe and welcoming spaces for Inuit artists and creators in Ottawa and beyond to practise traditional skills, explore contemporary expressions, and support one another through shared experience and mentorship.

Whether through sewing, carving, storytelling, or leadership, our goal is to nurture the growth of Inuit creators and ensure that Inuit voices are heard, respected, and celebrated.

How did we get here?

Our Purpose

Honouring Inuit Identity Through Art

Isaruit Inuit Arts is rooted in the spirit of restoration, reconciliation, and reconnection. We provide safe and welcoming spaces for Inuit artists and creators in Ottawa and beyond to practise traditional skills, explore contemporary expressions, and support one another through shared experience and mentorship.

Whether through sewing, carving, storytelling, or leadership, our goal is to nurture the growth of Inuit creators and ensure that Inuit voices are heard, respected, and celebrated.

How did we get here?

Proudly Inuit-Governed
and Guided

At Isaruit, Inuit ways of knowing, learning, and leading shape everything we do. Our governance structure is grounded in community values, with elders, artists, and knowledge keepers guiding our decisions and programs.

We are not a pan-Indigenous organization – we are specifically Inuit, serving Inuit in both urban and remote communities.

Explore how we lead

A word from our founders

The reason we started was because there were many inuit that wanted to start sewing again at the same time because from a young age in Nunavut you have to learn and practice sewing. It’s our tradition to start sewing early and it’s also a form of healing, cultural healing. Now Isaruit is well known by Inuitmiu and becoming more well known to Ottawamiutt.

Aigah Attagutsiaq, Co-Founder of Isaruit Inuit Arts

A Place to Gather and Grow

From Reconnection to Recognition

From casual drop-ins to public exhibitions, Isaruit is a gathering place where creativity and culture are shared across generations. We support Inuit creators at all stages — from those reconnecting with their roots to those seeking recognition across Canada and beyond.

Through education, advocacy, and storytelling, we strive to strengthen the presence and visibility of Inuit arts and leadership in every sphere.

Learn more about our guiding values

From Reconnection to Recognition

From casual drop-ins to public exhibitions, Isaruit is a gathering place where creativity and culture are shared across generations. We support Inuit creators at all stages — from those reconnecting with their roots to those seeking recognition across Canada and beyond.

Through education, advocacy, and storytelling, we strive to strengthen the presence and visibility of Inuit arts and leadership in every sphere.

Learn more about our guiding values
Our Story

Our Story

Learn how Isaruit was created out of a desire to restore, reconnect, and uplift Inuit artists in Ottawa and across Inuit Nunangat.
Our Principles

Our Principles

Guided by Inuit values, our principles ensure that everything we do reflects respect, collaboration, and cultural integrity.
Our Model & Logo

Our Model & Logo

Explore the meaning behind our visual identity and how our symbol connects to Inuit tradition and future vision.
Governance & Leadership

Governance & Leadership

Meet the Board of Directors and leadership team who guide Isaruit with wisdom, purpose, and community-first governance.
Our Team

Our Team

Get to know the artists, educators, and staff who make up the Isaruit team — passionate, creative, and grounded in community.