On May 7, 2025, iHuman Youth Society will present Canvas for Hope, an impactful fundraising luncheon at the Winspear Centre – bringing together art and urgent action.Hosted by Ryan Jespersen, host of Real Talk, one of Canada’s most downloaded modern talk shows. This event will feature dynamic performances and a
Every at-risk youth who steps through our doors brings their own story filled with struggles and aspirations. The journey toward self-sufficiency and confidence begins with small but transformative steps that nurture identity, build resilience, and spark hope for a brighter future. For many at-risk youth, the journey is anything but
When it comes to at-risk youth, misconceptions often cloud public understanding, painting a picture far from reality. Too frequently, community members judge marginalized youth by stereotypes rather than as individuals facing complex challenges—many of which are beyond their control. From the myth that they “choose” this path to the misconception
Our inaugural fundraising luncheon, Canvas for Hope, was a huge success. Consisting of vibrant visual art exhibitions, remarkable performances, and heartfelt presentations, this event allowed us to raise over $15000, in just one hour, a true testiment to the impact of community support. Canvas for Hope demonstrates that we have
Taking Steps Towards Compassionate Solutions Since its inception 26 years ago, iHuman has believed in the transformational power of the arts. We have provided an outlet for at-risk youth to express their experiences, emotions, and aspirations in a supportive environment. Harm reduction principles are a fundamental aspect of our model
Compassion serves to foster holistic well-being and empowerment.
Personal Identification (ID) serves to establish the identity of individuals through age, gender, birthdate, nationality, and residence. Basic forms of ID such as birth certificates, passports, drivers’ licenses, and provincial health care cards grant citizens access to important benefits. The often-overlooked impact of ID is the increased marginalization of those
For the past 26 years iHuman has nurtured high-risk youth utilizing the transformative power of art therapy. We believe the arts are especially effective in reaching marginalized youth who experience more barriers to engagement because art therapy enhances social support networks and group identity, and fosters a shared sense of
This is an inaugural event for iHuman, meant to increase visibility, raise awareness and allow greater collaboration, understanding and support between local residents, businesses and the organization. This year’s event is made possible by a City of Edmonton ‘Meet Me Downtown’ grant through funding allocated to support various activities and
