Embracing the idea of diversity is all about creating a space for different perceptions to co-exist. This group art exhibition, as part of the celebration of Toronto Newcomer Day 2019, showcased the work of 15 newcomer professional visual artists and their interpretation of a sense of belonging in a city different from their hometown or place of birth.

Watch them talk about the Canada connection and the inspiration behind their beautiful creations. What lies ahead for them, you wonder? “A lot of good things,” says curator Claudia Arana.

This story was originally published on New Canadians.