[1] While the ROM’s vast collection explores world cultures and natural history, the ICC focuses on contemporary works of art that connect living society with the cultural and natural artifacts of the ROM, including art installations, photography exhibits, and performance pieces.

Rather than investigating everything and anything contemporary, with Canadian subjects being given preference, the focus became cultural and socio-political issues of international significance examined through works of art.

Although its exhibitions and programs tend to take a global perspective, Canadian relevance and content continues to be of important consideration.

The ICC hosts its major exhibitions in the Roloff Beny Gallery on Level 4 of the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal.

[3][4] This high-ceilinged multimedia gallery of approximately 6,000 sq ft (560 m2) serves as the Royal Ontario Museum's main contemporary art exhibition space.