Mission and Vision
The Markham Arts Council is a registered, non-profit, charitable organization that focuses on capacity building and community engagement. It was formed to enrich the lives of Markham residents through arts and cultural programming and initiatives.
Our Mission
The mission of the Markham Arts Council is to serve the community by providing arts and cultural education by supporting the development of all forms of arts and culture in Markham, thereby enhancing the community’s well-being.
Our Vision
We envision a vibrant and inclusive arts and culture scene in Markham
MAC supports its mission and vision through:
- Collaboration: Work cohesively with artists and arts organizations from varying disciplines and cultural backgrounds on collaborative projects and initiatives
- Creativity: Fostering and nurturing creativity by providing emerging and established artists with opportunities to grow and learn.
- Community: Building a stronger, more unified arts community through advocacy and encompassing all forms of arts in the City of Markham.
Our initiatives include:
- Annual Arts and Cultural Heritage Festival
- An Affair with the Arts Annual Fundraising Gala
- Spring and Fall Art Show
- Art for Seniors
- Biz-Art Webinars
- Volunteer Appreciation Event
- Bi-Weekly email newsletter with events, opportunities and workshops
- Advocacy for the Arts
- Art Contests
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To promote and foster the arts in all its forms in Markham
Charity #856280805RR0001
Charity #856280805RR0001
Address
PO Box 64503
RPO Unionville
Markham ON L3R 0M9
Hours
Daily 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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