Indigenous Programs
Workshops and programming for and by Indigenous cultural workers, artists and art enthusiasts.
Support for Artists Through Our Indigenous Programs
We aim to create equitable, safe and welcoming spaces that fully represent our diverse and intersectional membership and their needs, and acknowledge the various systems of power at play and how those affect our communities.
We work with Indigenous artists of all disciplines – contemporary, traditional, and/or both, and offer networking, educational, and hands-on experiences that promote Indigenous arts and support artists at every level.
All facilitators employ a mentorship approach from an Indigenous perspective that fosters art and cultural/professional development while empowering, supporting and engaging our communities.
All-Access Inclusion Bursary for Artists
Eliminate cost as a barrier and gain access to workshops, programs or coaching sessions
Indigenous Programs exist to:
- Support Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists and art organizations to meet their professional goals pertaining to Indigenous art and cultural practices.
- Develop programs that foster the emergence of Indigenous cultural leadership at every level.
- Identify and/or promote initiatives and projects that focus on Indigenous contributions in arts, culture and heritage sectors, and work towards the revitalization and empowerment of our communities.
Workshops on the business side of art from an Indigenous perspective and providing insight into the professional world and work of Indigenous artists and galleries.
Ozhitoon jii-Miigiweng (to create and share)
Inclusive workshops to learn how to respectfully incorporate Indigenous perspectives and protocols into art and education practices.
A gathering of community-engaged Indigenous artists and arts leaders examining the importance of our Indigenous voices in the art and media world.
