Yar M. Taraky is a well-known cultural and developmental activist in Canada and his native Afghanistan. Yar Taraky has contributed to the revitalization of the cultural and economic life of Hamilton through his contribution to promoting diverse immigrant art forms into the Canadian mainstream art and culture.

Yar Taraky is one of the founders of the Immigrant Culture and Art Association (ICAA).

Yar’s commitment to the City of Hamilton is rooted in his cultural and social activities. Hamilton has been a gateway to Canada for Taraky and his family. Yar M. Taraky holds a Master degree in Arts since 1994. He has organized over 30 art exhibitions and shows across the world. Yar art has been sold in over a dozen countries including Canada.