2026 Calendar
As part of our annual programming, we develop and provide opportunities and resources that foster deeper relations of trust and solidarity between Deaf and hearing artists.
INVISIBLE CAFÉ
Journey of an Arts Grant
January 17th - 1pm - 3pm
10130 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB
Have you been thinking about applying for a grant to support your artistic journey, but not sure what that looks like for yourself as a Deaf/DeafBlind/Hard of Hearing person? Where do you even start?
Join us at our first-ever Invisible Café to learn more about the journey of an arts grant! This is a casual two-hour chat where Michelle will touch on the general opportunities available at Canada Council for the Arts, and Connor will share details of his artistic journey over the past five years through a grant funding lens. You can ask questions or share your vision for a project and get some immediate actionable steps to start developing your grant!
No registration needed.
C3
Conversations on Solidarity
March 7th - 1pm - 3pm
online
In a time where toxic masculinity and identity politics has reached hyper-intensity, we ask: what is disagreement? What is mutual support? Do we want co-existence, or do we want cooperation? Perhaps, Deaf Dorsality is one of the answers to those questions.
Join us in an online conversation where we’ll consider the root psychosocial concept of Deaf Dorsality, as expounded by Dr. Robert Sirvage over the years, and reach toward new connections between this and our everyday lives. All Deaf Canadians and allies are welcome.
This event is a community component of our C3 production, which premieres in late 2026.
Registration opening soon!
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Contemporary Dance through a Deaf Lens
May 5th - 2pm - 4pm
3680, rue Jeanne-Mance, Montréal, QC
Join us for a half-day session of casual conversation about what the heck “contemporary performance” is, plus some once-in-a-lifetime hands-on experimentation with the actual Carbon Movements stage that shakes and rumbles underfoot!
You’ll learn about Connor and Ainsley’s journey together through the contemporary dance landscape before taking your socks off and literally dipping your toes into the world-shaking realm of Carbon Movements. They’ll guide you as you get used to the custom-built stage and the immersive tactile elements, and then release you to explore and develop your own little piece of contemporary choreography that you can capture and share on video!
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Risky Storytelling: an Indigenous Deaf Circle
May 7th - 2pm - 4pm
3680, rue Jeanne-Mance, Montréal, QC
Join us for a drop-in conversation circle led by local and visiting Indigenous Deaf artists about telling stories with intention. This workshop has a flexible format informed in the moment by health, weather, and who chooses to sit with us.
Carbon Movements is an example of risky storytelling undertaken by already-marginalized artists. Connor portrays the journey of an alienated settler rediscovering and reigniting their relationship with the land. This would not be possible without the guidance of Crystal Wolfe and the Nehiyaw insight she brings to this work. This performance becomes a model for non-Indigenous community members to continue deepening their understanding of Treaty responsibilities, and taking actions of Reconciliation even further.
C3
Deaf Dorsality Workshop #2
May 25th - 2pm - 4pm
10515 111 St NW, Shumka Dance Centre, Edmonton, AB.
A continuation of our first Deaf Dorsality workshop from September 2025. This time, we’ll welcome new participants and strive to go further in our experimental community movement work.
The goal? To discover what connections exist, or need to be nurtured, between each of us as human beings navigating an increasingly fraught world.
This event is a community component of our C3 production, which premieres in late 2026.
Registration opening soon!
AGM
Strategic Plan Launch
June 16th - 6pm - 8pm
Room 4-104, 8731 112 St NW (Education Building North), Edmonton, AB.
online option will be available
Among routine yearly tasks, this AGM will be special in that we formally debut and launch our five-year strategic plan! This will guide us toward 2030 and an even more vibrant Deaf arts ecology.
It is important for the health of the organization that members attend and contribute their time and thoughts. This is your opportunity to understand The Invisible Practice more deeply, and share any thoughts and concerns you may have. We value your participation and support.
All current members of The Invisible Practice are invited to our Annual General Meeting. Become a member here.
INVISIBLE CAFÉ
Deaf+Queer Intersections
July 2026 - time and place to be confirmed
Recognizing a current gap in the Deaf community’s support networks, we are bringing together Deaf folks who identify within the grand spectrum of cultures, sexualities, and genders that lie beyond heteronormativity.
While this will be a casual story-sharing and networking event, we will also discuss possibilities of a focused project that platforms and uplifts Deaf+Queer perspectives through creative outlets.
Active allies and curious souls are welcome.
Registration process to be confirmed.
ASL for Artists
New & Improved Curriculum
September - October - time and place to be confirmed
We’re bringing back our ASL for Artists class in an extended and expanded form! Like before, this will focus on vocabularies and cultural contexts relevant to accessible and inclusive art-making.
This class is open to Deaf and hard-of-hearing participants, as well as hearing learners. We will never turn away anyone who desires to explore and encounter their native language in a new way.
Registration fees may be implemented in order to make this programming sustainable. Please consider donating to our 2026 Fundraiser Campaign here.
Registration opening soon!
C3
Deaf Dorsality Workshop #3
November - time and place to be confirmed
The conclusion of our Deaf Dorsality workshops. As before, we’ll welcome new participants and strive to go further in our experimental community movement work.
The goal? To discover what connections exist, or need to be nurtured, between each of us as human beings navigating an increasingly fraught world.
This event is a community component of our C3 production, which premieres in late 2026.
Registration opening soon!
Consider becoming a member to support our annual programming and help us stay sustainable.
Deaf artists and Indigenous Deaf kin are welcome to register for free. Others can contribute $25 to support our community programming and operating costs.
Why be a member of TIP? Here’s a few reasons…
Access to free and discounted tickets and other perks through our newsletter! 🎟️
Voting rights at Annual General Meetings every June 🗳️
Opportunities to be part of creative projects and events 🙋🏼♀️
Access to a Telegram channel to foster closer connections 💬
… and more as we continue to grow! 🌱