Istituto Italiano di Cultura

The Italian Cultural Institute, Cultural Section of the Consulate General of Italy in Toronto, was established in 1976. The current premises have a historical value, they belong to the Italian Government and are located near the campus of the University of Toronto. The Institute is a centre for cultural and academic activities, a school of Italian language and civilization, a source of information about contemporary Italy, its regions and its multilayered cultural heritage as well as a venue for art exhibitions, lectures, films, and video screenings. 

In addition, the Institute provides the opportunity for cultural collaboration between Italian and Canadian organizations and individuals, in order to facilitate exchange in the field of theatre, music and cinema. It offers information and logistical support to both Italian and foreign public and private operators interested in Italian cultural events in Canada. The Institute supports initiatives which favour intercultural and multilateral dialogue based on the principles of democracy, reciprocal respect and international solidarity and it is often involved in events organized by other cultural offices of the EU countries.

Supported mainly by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Italian Cultural Institutes are 89 worldwide; in Canada they are in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. The jurisdiction of the Institute in Toronto covers Ontario, Manitoba, Nunavut and the North-West Territories.

The Institute offers the opportunity to learn Italian language and culture.
About 120 courses are organized every year with more than 1100 registered students.

Students choose the Italian Cultural Institute because:

• In Toronto and in Vaughan we offer a variety of courses ranging from beginner to advanced levels;
• Our courses follow the Common European Framework set by the European Council for Languages;
• We offer special interest courses such as business, stylistics, grammar, conversation and culture classes;
• Our teachers are highly qualified native speakers of Italian;
• Small groups: minimum 6 and maximum 13 students;
• Students can partecipate at the cultural events organized by the IIC;
• Students have free access to the Institute's library and movies;
• Certificates of proficiency can be issued upon request;
• Students can benefit from various scholarships offered by language schools in Italy;

The Institute is the only place in Toronto where the Certification of Italian Proficiency exams (esami CILS) are held. This certification is officially recognized by the European Union.

Detailed information about the activities organized by the Italian Cultural Institute of Toronto is available on the following website: www.iictoronto.esteri.it