“STEPS Public Art believes public art has the ability to challenge the systemic inequities that exist in public space. In support of this important work, we facilitate programs that foster inclusive public art practices, build the capacity of underrepresented artists, and demonstrate how public art can help reimagine equitably designed cities.
Archive for November, 2021
Art for Social Change Network: A New National Community-Engaged Arts Network
“The Art for Social Change Network (ASCN) officially launches! Led by community-engaged arts organizations acting as regional hubs, ASCN is designed to connect and support hundreds of arts for social change (ASC) organizations and independent artists across Canada. The ASC sector in Canada and around the world works in service
Ngashnaa/Our Mother (An insight into the indigenous history of Weston road)
“UrbanArts presents Ngashnaa/Our Mother (An insight into the indigenous history of Weston Road) that will touch base on the historic carrying place trail of Weston and reclaim stories of the land that was before the rush of important intersections such as Weston and Lawrence. Artist spotlight and program will be hosted by
Why Art for Social Change? (Nov 25, online)
“In partnership with the Trico Changemakers Studio at Mount Royal University, Calgary Arts Development invites you to join us at a free virtual gathering Why Art for Social Change? Are you an artist or arts organization who works in the field of Art for Social Change (ASC)? Do you want to
Call for Nominations: Barbara Laronde Emerging Artist Award (Native Women in the Arts)
“Nominations are open for the 7th Annual Barbara Laronde Emerging Artist Award. This award recognizes outstanding emerging Indigenous artists from Northern Ontario who are women or other-wise gender marginalized. Please note that you can nominate yourself or someone else. Eligibility: Must be 18 years of age or older To be
Recording Artist Development (RAD) Program (The Creative City Centre, Regina)
“We know that many emerging artists need professionally recorded digital content when they are applying for grant applications or for performance opportunities, and with the support of the Canada Council for the Arts’ Digital Now program, we are now launching the Recording Artist Development (RAD) Program. This program will provide studio space
Take Three: Black Aesthetics Photography Program (Nia Centre for the Arts)
“Take three is a 10 week Photography program, facilitated by visual artist Ebti Nabag that allows youth, with an interest in photography, to explore Black artists and Black storytelling traditions in photography. This program will allow participants to use photography as a medium to visualize and understand their identities, histories
Art for Social Change Network: A New National Community-Engaged Arts Network
“The Art for Social Change Network (ASCN) officially launches today! Led by community-engaged arts organizations acting as regional hubs, ASCN is designed to connect and support hundreds of arts for social change (ASC) organizations and independent artists across Canada. The ASC sector in Canada and around the world works in
The Human Rights Film Festival+ presented by JAYU (Toronto & online)
“What does it mean to give a sh*t? It means you’re fired up. It means you’re angry. But most importantly, it means you care. To give a sh*t means you won’t stand by while human rights abuses continue locally and around the globe. You want to learn more. You want
STORIES OF NOW: Judith Marcuse Projects & International Centre of Art for Social Change
STORIES OF NOW Vignette – Judith Marcuse Projects & International Centre of Art for Social Change (ICASC) (Vancouver) https://icasc.ca “STORIES OF NOW” is part of a project ArtBridges is working on with Judith Marcuse Projects’ ASCN (Arts for Social Change Network) and ICASC. It is about gathering and sharing stories