iHuman’s Annual Art Walk is a two-day celebration invites Edmonton to experience youth-created art, and see how belonging and opportunity can be part of the solution to youth homelessness. On September 11 and 12, iHuman Youth Society will open its doors for the 4th Annual iHuman Art Walk, bringing together
iHuman Youth Society is grateful to announce renewed operating support from the Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA). This funding supports of youth arts and mental health. iHuman has been awarded $100,000 in operating funding to sustain its arts programming and community-based creative work with youth. Strengthening Alberta’s Arts and
The science behind art-based healing for youth at iHuman. More than a creative outlet, art is a scientifically backed path toward recovery and emotional stability. Art-based healing for youth is at the core of our approach to trauma, because it helps regulate the nervous system, create safe expression, and build
In Edmonton, winter doesn’t wait for anyone.The temperature drops, the streets grow quieter, and for young people without a safe place to call home, every gust of wind can mean danger. At iHuman Youth Society, we serve as a vital day-shelter space for the homeless youth in Edmonton, offering warmth,
The iHuman Art Walk begins with a special celebration of the community that makes it all possible. On Thursday, September 11 at 4:00 pm, we’ll gather in iHuman’s theatre space for our Donor Appreciation Event, an evening that not only thanks our supporters, but also sets the tone for two
iHuman’s Career Hub, a new program designed to bridge the gap between stabilization and sustainable independence. Grounded in our trauma-informed and youth-centered model of care, Career Hub is an extension of our belief that wraparound support must evolve as our youth evolve. iHuman walks with youth as they step forward
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
