A commitment to creativity & sustainability

Ecryate is a social innovation startup, incubated at Concordia University’s District 3 Innovation Center in Montreal. We’re committed to transforming creative practices for a more sustainable future.

We challenge the use of environmentally harmful materials in art and design. Through educational workshops, community engagement, ESG coaching and eco material experimentation, we empower artists, educators, and organizations to create responsibly and thrive in a values-driven creative economy.

A passion for sustainable creativity & empowerment

Our name, Ecryate, reflects our mission to empower creators with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to build sustainable, purpose-driven practices.

Practical Sustainability

Learn how to create art using low-impact, sustainable methods without compromising artistic quality or expression

Career Exploration & Resilience

Gain entrepreneurial, business, and employment-ready skills to build a financially sustainable, values-aligned creative practice

Visibility & Community

Join a growing network of eco-conscious artists and gain recognition through showcases, certifications, and collaborative opportunities

ESG Coaching & Consulting

Receive expert guidance to embed sustainability and ethical practices in your operations, programming, or studio spaces

Project Management

Experience the fusion of imagination and expertise with Eco-friendly Solutions.

Measurable Outcomes

Receive clear data and stories on impact — from reduced material waste to improved participant skills and opportunities

An array of resources

We offer hands-on eco-art workshops, professional training, and ESG-aligned consulting that ignite creativity, foster environmental awareness, and support long-term career resilience in the arts.

Whether you’re an artist, educator, or organization, Ecryate helps you create with impact: for people, planet, and profession.

Eco-art practices workshops

  • Build Sustainable Creative Practices
  • Gain Artsy Skills
  • Join a Purpose-Driven Community

Ecryate Newsletter

  • A world of thought-provoking articles.
  • Case studies that celebrate sustainable creativity.
  • Exclusive access to eco-art practices insights.
Photo credit: Mathyas Kurmann

“My favorite part of the eco-art workshop was learning about all the colour combinations the natural world can provide; especially the cool chemical reactions!”

Participant

Mar 31, 2025

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