Soft Stitches, Strong Roots
From intricate ruffles to community roots, explore the handmade world of Melgund artist Terri Bell this month.
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Borups Corners
Our Northwestern Ontario Arts Incubator, located in Melgund Township, is a vibrant hub for creativity and community connection, supporting the communities of Dyment and Borups Corners while frequently partnering with nearby towns like Dryden and Ignace. This innovative program empowers local artists, youth, and community members to engage in participatory and media arts, including music, climate change adaptation, storytelling, Indigenous art, and hands-on workshops. Designed to inspire and nurture creativity, the incubator offers special events, exhibitions, and activities for all ages, creating a welcoming space for cultural expression and collaboration. With a focus on celebrating the rich history and diverse talents of Northwestern Ontario, our incubator connects people through the power of art, storytelling, and shared experiences. Since May 2024 our programs have been supported by the OpenAI Researcher Access Program. Join us in transforming the region into a thriving arts and culture destination, where every creative voice is heard, and every community shines!
Revell DGR: Recreation and Community Impacts
The Revell DGR project faces significant social license challenges due to unresolved impacts on local recreation and infrastructure.
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Revell DGR: Duty to Consult Analysis
The Revell DGR impact assessment process currently fails to meet the Crown's constitutional Duty to Consult Indigenous Nations.
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Revell DGR: Analysis of Public Sentiment
The NWMO project faces significant opposition despite support for its climate goals and rigorous safety-based siting process.
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Revell DGR: Impacts and Community Concerns
The NWMO Deep Geological Repository project promises economic benefits but faces intense opposition regarding transportation safety risks.
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Revell DGR Consultation Timeline Concerns
The Revell Site DGR consultation window is widely criticized as insufficient, with stakeholders demanding a full assessment.
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Our Work is to Reshape the Space
Our work must begin with a critical reading of the spaces we seek to change. Who designed this space? For whom? Who feels safe here,…
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2025 Fall Exhibition
Come out for the Melgund Township 2025 Fall Art Exhibition and Market.
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Reclaiming Culture
This year's summer program empowers local artists by merging traditional knowledge with contemporary digital tools for preservation.
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Summer Program Training Artists
This year's interdisciplinary program blends artistic creation with professional development, building grassroots cultural infrastructure from the ground up.
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