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Borups Corners

Step into the artistic heartbeat of Melgund Township. As the home of our living lab for land-based artistry, this section explores the creative narratives shaping Borups Corners, Northwestern Ontario. From site-specific wilderness art to storytelling labs we bridge traditional northern heritage with digital innovation.

Arts, Creativity and Community

Explore community-driven public art, seasonal photography walks, and immersive exhibitions that redefine the Highway 17 corridor. Our participatory arts research even transforms complex regional issues—like nuclear waste management and the Deep Geological Repository—into human-centric media stories, ensuring local voices resonate with creativity and care. Stay connected with the artists, mural projects, and pioneering creative spaces that make Art Borups Corners a beacon for rural arts in the North.

Community members share a meal and conversation at the monthly gathering in Dyment on March 9, 2025.
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Community Spirit Thrives

Residents of Dyment and Borups Corners came together this week for their regular monthly gathering, held at the Dyment Recreation Hall. The event provided a…
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Beyond Sports: Think recreation is just about games? Think again. This article explores the surprising power of arts-based programs within recreation, revealing how they can address community challenges and foster youth leadership.
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Building Bridges: Arts & Recreation Partnerships for Community Health

Beyond Sports: Think recreation is just about games? Think again. This article explores the surprising power of arts-based programs within recreation, revealing how they can…
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Dryden musician Gerry McArthur's guitar riffs provided the backbone for countless musical moments at the retreat. Beyond his impressive guitar skills, Gerry also ensured everyone sounded their best, expertly managing the sound for the weekend's lively performances.
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Artists and Musicians Gather for Cozy Winter Retreat in Borups Corners

Borups Corners was a creative hub for the Winter Arts and Music Retreat on March 1-2, 2025, uniting artists and musicians for collaboration and celebration.
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Local Services Board of Melgund News
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Local Services Board of Melgund News

The Local Services Board (LSB) of Melgund held its monthly meeting on February 24th, 2025, bringing forth a variety of community updates and announcements.
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Want to know the secret to unlocking raw talent and building strong communities? It's informal learning! From workshops to cultural traditions, discover how "learning by doing" shapes the next generation of artists and leaders.
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The Power of Informal Learning: Cultivating Art, Creativity & Community from the Ground Up

Want to know the secret to unlocking raw talent and building strong communities? It's informal learning! From workshops to traditional knowledge, explore how "learning by…
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Unlocking Creativity: Community recreation centers are often overlooked hubs of potential. Discover how integrating arts into these spaces, guided by the Framework for Recreation in Canada, can revitalize communities and spark unexpected creativity.
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A Framework for Renewal: Recreation’s Untapped Arts Potential

Arts in community recreation presents a compelling strategy for community renewal. 
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Janet Connor and Morris Robinson cook up a storm at the Dyment Recreation Hall's Cook Shack on February 23. The community hosted events and activities for Family Day in Ontario, which also coincided with National Kindness Week in Canada.
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Community and Food Comes Together at The Cook Shack

From flipping pancakes at community breakfasts to serving up burgers and fries at local events, The Cook Shack is more than just a kitchen—it’s a…
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Community members from Dyment and Borups Corners gathered for 2025 Family Day activities which also marked the end of National Kindness Week.
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Food, Friends and Fireworks for 2025 Family Day and National Kindness Week

This year, Melgund's Family Day, which took place on Sunday, February 23rd, was a resounding success, drawing a large crowd with its exciting mix of…
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Beat the winter blues with spring just around the corner at the 2025 Winter Music and Arts Retreat in Borups Corners. This invigorating weekend event welcomes musicians from across the region to gather for jam sessions, sharing experiences, and savoring delightful local cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a passionate enthusiast, this retreat promises an open, collaborative environment where all musicians are welcome. For more details or to reserve your spot, please contact us at info@artsincubator.ca. Join us for a memorable escape filled with creativity and community!
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Winter Music and Arts Retreat

Beat the winter blues with spring just around the corner at the 2025 Winter Music and Arts Retreat in Borups Corners.
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Supporting community and food security: Residents of Dyment and Borups Corners came together for a heartwarming celebration at the Dyment Recreation Hall. The evening was filled with festive cheer, delicious food, and a sense of unity as community members enjoyed a special Christmas feast and games night.
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Dyment and Borups Corners Celebrate Christmas with Feast and Games Night at Dyment Recreation Hall

This week, residents of Dyment and Borups Corners came together for a heartwarming celebration at the Dyment Recreation Hall. The evening was filled with festive…
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ART BORUPS CORNERS SOCIETY

Art Borups Corners is a non-profit arts incubator based in Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario. We bring artists, youth, and local residents together through hands-on creative projects, workshops, and storytelling rooted in everyday life in the North. Our focus is on making space for people to try things, share skills, and build confidence through art that grows out of where they live.


We’re also a place for testing ideas and working across different ways of making — from land-based practice to digital work and everything in between. Much of what we do happens through partnerships and shared projects, connecting local creative work with wider conversations while keeping things grounded, practical, and community-led.


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ESTABLISHED WITH FUNDING FROM

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This program was seeded with funding from the Canada Council for the Arts Digital Greenhouse program. This program allowed us to explore strategic arts innovation, capacity building and new technologies. Programming was also supported by the OpenAI Researcher Access Program, the Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program and the Province of Ontario. We thank them for their support.

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