Jamie Bell

Jamie Bell is a Winnipeg-based interdisciplinary artist and strategist working at the intersection of media arts, community engagement, and public affairs. Among others, his work has been supported by the Canada Council for the Arts, the Manitoba Arts Council, and the OpenAI Researcher Access Program, with a focus on participatory media, strategic communications, and arts-based collaboration across northern and urban contexts.

Showcasing the Impact of Self-Initiated Community Projects

From independent zines to local festivals and skill-sharing workshops, grassroots community projects fuel connection and creativity.

Playground

The playgrounds and gathering spaces at The Forks are layered with meaning—designed not just for function, but for story.

Art, the Power of Third Places and Informal Economies

Where creativity meets community, resilience thrives. From underground art markets to skill-sharing circles, informal creative economies are reshaping how artists sustain themselves and support one…

Arts & Creative Leadership

We Make the Path by Walking

Real change starts with what’s already here.

Volunteerism is Down. Now What?

The future of community care isn’t about overwork—it’s about reciprocity, rest, and real connection.

Leading from the Edge

Leadership isn’t reserved for boardrooms anymore. From kitchen tables to community art studios, a new kind of leadership is taking shape—fueled by creativity, empathy, and…

The Rise of the Passion Economy

The passion economy is reshaping how we work, where creativity leads the way, turning small ideas into vibrant, sustainable businesses that strengthen communities and redefine…

Storytelling

The Kaleidoscope View

Uncover how multiple perspectives reveal nuanced truths, enriching your narrative and deepening audience connection.

When the Old Economy Fades — Creative Work as a Way Through

As arts groups decline and influencer culture grows, communities across Canada face disconnection. This piece explores how real creativity still holds space for renewal.