Join us on March 28th as we explore innovative rural arts initiatives across Canada. During this session moderated by Reema Fuller, Senior Director of artsvest at Business / Arts, we will hear from organizations that champion creative projects in rural communities. Speakers will consider the opportunities and challenges involved in developing and sustaining rural arts initiatives, and share their insights on creative placemaking and the role of the arts in community development. They will offer practical advice on building successful community partnerships, and share examples of innovative rural arts initiatives in action.

Speakers will include:

• Crystal Kolt, Cultural Coordinator, Flin Flon Arts Council
• Josh Ellis, Executive Director, Small Halls Inc.
• Shawn Dalton, Executive Director, Mawi’Art
• Tara Francis, Chair, Mawi’Art

Event Details:

When: Tuesday, March 28, 2023, 3:00 – 4:15 pm EDT
Where: Zoom Webinar
Accessibility: This session will be presented with ASL interpretation and auto-generated English captions

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