Founded in 2026, the Yoruba International Cultural Centre (YICC) is a Not-For-Profit organization established to celebrate the uniqueness of the Yoruba culture, history, and legacy of Yoruba people both in homeland and in the diaspora for the benefit of all Yoruba across the globe and the Canadian society. The YICC is globally recognized as a Pan-Yoruba Hub and for preservation and promotion of our vibrant cultural heritage.
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A deep dive into Yoruba origins, kingdoms, philosophy, and global influence.
Osun-Osogbo Festival is one of the most important traditional festivals in Yoruba land. It is held every year in Osogbo to honor Osun, the Yoruba goddess of fertility, water, love, and prosperity.
Odun Olojo (Olojo Festival) is an annual, sacred cultural celebration in Ile-Ife, Osun State, a festival to celebrate the "Day of the First Dawn"—honoring divine creation and human existence also to honor Ogun Orisa- Ogun and the progenitor Oduduwa. Held Annually in September/October
pray for economic growth, wealth, and success in trade and commerce. The Orisa - Aje, the goddess of wealth (daughter of Olokun). Held annually in February (often on a Monday, known as "Ojo Aje").
The Sango Festival (World Sango Festival) is a vibrant, 10-day Yoruba cultural event in Oyo, Nigeria, honoring Sango, the deity of thunder, lightning, and justice. Held in August to mark the traditional New Year, it features processionals to the Koso Temple, drumming, dancing, and rituals aimed at strengthening community identity
Our programs are designed to educate, inspire, and connect people of all ages with the richness of Yoruba heritage. Whether you’re learning the language, exploring traditional arts, or joining community events, you’ll find a welcoming space to grow and belong.
The Yoruba are one of Africa’s largest and most influential ethnic groups, with deep roots in southwestern Nigeria and communities in parts of Togo, Benin Republic, Sierra Leone, and The Gambia. Their spirituality and cultural origin trace back to the ancient city of Ile‑Ife—considered the cradle of Yoruba civilization and home to rich artistic and spiritual traditions. Over centuries, powerful Yoruba kingdoms such as Ife, Oyo, Akure, Akungba, Ondo, Ado‑Ekiti, and Ijebu thrived through trade, governance, and cultural innovation.
The Yoruba population constitutes a significant number of Africans in the diaspora, and in recent history many Yoruba people have migrated mainly to Canada, the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, and other Western European countries. During the transatlantic slave trade, many Yoruba were taken to the Americas, where their traditions have endured and evolved into cultural practices like Santería and Candomblé. Yoruba‑influenced communities have formed in Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, Venezuela, Saint Lucia, Jamaica, Brazil, Grenada, Trinidad and Tobago, and many other Latin American countries.
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Charity is the voluntary act of giving help, typically in the form of money, time, or resources, to those in need. Charitable organizations aim to solve social, environmental, and economic challenges by addressing issues like poverty
Charity is the voluntary act of giving help, typically in the form of money, time, or resources, to those in need. Charitable organizations aim to solve social, environmental, and economic challenges by addressing issues like poverty
Charity is the voluntary act of giving help, typically in the form of money, time, or resources, to those in need. Charitable organizations aim to solve social, environmental, and economic challenges by addressing issues like poverty
Charity is the voluntary act of giving help, typically in the form of money, time, or resources, to those in need. Charitable organizations aim to solve social, environmental, and economic challenges by addressing issues like poverty
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