The Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC) continues to play a vital role in strengthening international cultural and creative partnerships, as its leadership actively engages in global platforms that foster collaboration and dialogue.
In a significant development, ICCC Director Deepak Shamnani represented the Centre for Arts, Culture & Film Heritage (CAFH) in his capacity as Vice Chair at The Global Lens Forum – India & Canada in Creative Collaboration, held in Montreal.
The prestigious forum, hosted in collaboration with the High Commission of India, Ottawa, brought together distinguished leaders, policymakers, and creative industry stakeholders from both countries. The event focused on building stronger bridges between India and Canada through arts, culture, and film, while opening new avenues for collaboration and innovation in the creative economy.
The forum served as an important platform to encourage cross-cultural dialogue, exchange of ideas, and exploration of joint initiatives that can enhance bilateral relations through creative industries. Participants engaged in meaningful discussions around storytelling, heritage preservation, film co-productions, and opportunities for emerging talent across borders.
Speaking on the occasion, ICCC Director Deepak Shamnani emphasized the importance of such collaborative efforts, stating, “Platforms like The Global Lens Forum are essential in bringing together creative minds from India and Canada. By fostering dialogue and collaboration in arts, culture, and film, we are not only strengthening bilateral ties but also creating opportunities for innovation, shared storytelling, and global cultural impact.”
ICCC extended its sincere appreciation to CAFH and the High Commission of India for organizing and supporting such impactful initiatives that promote cultural diplomacy and artistic exchange. The organization reaffirmed its commitment to supporting programs that enhance India–Canada relations and empower creative communities on both sides.
The event also witnessed participation from several prominent figures including Dinesh Patnaik, Prashant Srivastava, Dr. Indira Khurana, Vikas Gupta, Alok Nagpal, Vinay Thapliyal, Sandeep Mamgain, Deepak Malik, Ajay Tandon, Mukesh Narula, and Nandini Roy, reflecting the strong interest and commitment from both nations toward advancing creative collaboration.
As ICCC continues to champion initiatives that bridge communities and industries, its involvement in global forums such as this reinforces its position as a key driver of cultural and economic engagement between India and Canada.
