Membership
One membership. Everything you need to grow.
Membership is how we keep programs affordable and our community strong. One simple plan gives you access to most of what we do — and a clear path from your first skill to your first income.
Membership is by application
This membership cannot be bought directly. Every new member first has a free fifteen-minute conversation with our founder, so we can both be sure OIA fits before you pay anything.
6-Month Membership
- Access to most programs and live workshops
- Members-only pricing on creative & business workshops
- Priority registration for events, markets & vendor spots
- Private community & ongoing support
- Direct guidance on building your skills and income
for 6 months
That is less than $12 per month
Apply to JoinStarts with a free 15-minute conversation
Good to know
- Some creative workshops include a small additional materials cost.
- Selected intro events are free or low-cost so you can experience OIA before joining.
- Membership and payments are handled on our secure site.
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Why we ask you to apply before joining
Three honest reasons.
Our prices are deliberately low.
Members pay a fraction of what comparable training costs in Ontario. That is only sustainable with a group small enough for us to genuinely support.
We keep each intake small on purpose.
Places are limited by design, not by accident. The conversation is how we decide thoughtfully, rather than first-come, first-served.
Fifteen minutes now can save you six months.
If we are not right for you, we will say so honestly and point you somewhere that is. Nobody should pay for a program that does not fit them.
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Membership questions
How do I become a member?+
Every new member starts with a free fifteen-minute conversation. Book a time on the Apply page, answer a few short questions while booking, and upon approval you will be able to become a member.
What does membership include?+
Access to most OIA programs and live workshops, members-only pricing on creative and business workshops, priority registration for events and markets, and our private community.
How much is membership?+
Membership is $70 CAD for 6 months — less than $12 a month — with no hidden fees.
Do I need to speak English to join?+
Not at all. Our programs are currently delivered in Farsi, so you are understood from your very first session. Our website and app are available in both English and Farsi.
I am brand new to Canada. Is this for me?+
Yes. OIA is designed for people starting from zero — with language, confidence, or career. You are exactly who we are here for.
Are there extra costs?+
Membership covers most programs. A few hands-on creative workshops have a small materials fee, always shown before you register.