Qissa Festival – Celebrating Newcomer and Refugee Writers
March 29 @ 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Qissa Festival: Celebrating Newcomer & Refugee Writers is a one-day celebration of literature, storytelling, and performance by newcomer and refugee writers and artists in Canada. The festival weaves together panel discussions, dramatic readings, musical collaborations, and participatory arts activations to create a dynamic, multi-disciplinary experience.
Taking place on March 29, 2026, at Small World Music (co-presenter), the festival invites readers, listeners, publishers, arts organizations, and community members into conversation—centering newcomer voices not as emerging subjects, but as established artists, thinkers, and cultural producers.
If you’re new to Canada or work in arts or settlement, don’t miss this chance to engage and be inspired. RSVP here.
