Welcome to our Community.

The Polish Canadian Arts Institute, based in Windsor, Ontario, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating and preserving Polish culture and heritage. As an umbrella organization, our mission is to showcase the richness of Poland to Canada through a variety of programs and initiatives that highlight the arts, traditions, and history of the Polish community.

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Our initiatives include:

Radio Programs

Weekly broadcasts spotlighting Polish music, news, and stories, connecting listeners across Windsor and Detroit to the culture of Poland.

Cultural Events

Celebrations such as Polish Heritage Month and community gatherings that bring people together to share traditions in person.

Podcasts

On-demand interviews and storytelling exploring Polish history, arts, and the voices shaping our community today.

Old Town square in Lublin, Poland
Preserve

Keeping heritage alive for every generation

Through cultural festivals, Polish language education, and the stewardship of shared traditions, we help preserve a rich heritage for the community in Canada.

Serene natural landscape
Promote

Bringing Polish arts to a wider audience

By supporting Polish artists, educators, and community programming, we actively promote Polish heritage across the country — and welcome newcomers to discover it.

Community celebration
Celebrate

Community pride, out loud

Celebrating Polish heritage in Canada means embracing traditional customs and fostering pride in Polish history and contributions, together.

Małgorzata Holec and Izabela Lech, hosts of What's Up Windsor

Meet the voices of our Polish radio program

Małgorzata Holec and Izabela Lech are the co-founders, co-hosts, and producers of What's Up Windsor, the Polish radio program reaching listeners across Windsor and Detroit.

Each week they blend news, music, and real community stories — professional, authentic, and rooted in tradition. Tune in for their weekly dose of connection to Polonia.

Listen to the Latest Episode