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Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario
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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 Indigenous-led AI storytelling labs we bridge traditional northern heritage with digital innovation.

Arts, Creativity and Emerging AI Technologies

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.

Francine (Fran) Higgins is a Dryden, Ontario–based crafter whose lifelong passion for sewing began in childhood, inspired by her mother’s skill and creativity. After receiving her own sewing machine upon graduating in 1977, she has continued to work with fabric as her primary creative outlet. While she has explored many crafts over the years, sewing remains her “happy place,” reflecting a deep connection to tradition, making, and everyday creativity.
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Spring Exhibition Welcomes Francine Higgins

We're excited to welcome Fran Higgins to this year's Spring Arts Exhibition in Melgund Township!
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IAAC Open House: Drop In and Learn More on April 22
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IAAC Open House: Drop In and Learn More on April 22

Take part in an Open House session on April 22, 2026 in Melgund Township with the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada.
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Care
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Care

Community is not a product we deliver; it is an environment we cultivate through steady care.
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The 2026 Spring Art Exhibition in Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario, and Winnipeg, Manitoba brings together exceptional Northern Artists, including Dryden artist Tanya McArthur, in a dynamic Multi and Inter-Arts showcase presented through our Northern Arts Program. Led by Arts Incubator Winnipeg, Art Borups Corners, and Melgund Recreation, Arts and Culture, this exhibition celebrates visual art, music, and participatory community projects while highlighting Indigenous arts, land-based knowledge, and northern cultural traditions. Audiences can experience diverse works from emerging and established artists, connecting rural and urban northern communities through collaborative arts initiatives, creative workshops, and cross-disciplinary programming, solidifying the region’s reputation as a hub for innovation, cultural exchange, and northern arts development.
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Spring Arts Exhibition welcomes the work of Tanya McArthur

This year's spring arts exhibition will run from April 17 - May 17, 2026.
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Building Resilience
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Building Resilience

The health of the collective can never exceed the health of its creators.
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Melgund Breakfast and Brunch on Saturday, March 28
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Melgund Breakfast and Brunch on Saturday, March 28

A Breakfast Program Serving Community Start your weekend right at the Community Breakfast and Brunch! Join friends and neighbours on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from…
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The 2026 Spring Arts Exhibition in Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario (April 17–May 17, 2026) showcases a powerful mix of visual art, photography, digital and interactive works, film, and storytelling. A featured highlight is Inuit artist and filmmaker Eva Suluk’s eight-part series exploring the world of caribou—sharing land-based skills, harvesting, preparation, and cooking, while emphasizing the importance of intergenerational knowledge transfer.
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2026 Spring Arts Exhibition welcomes Eva Suluk

Inuk artist Eva Suluk to be featured in this year's Spring Arts Exhibition.
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This year’s Spring Arts Exhibition at the Dyment Recreation Hall in Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario proudly features the powerful work of local Borups Corners artist Leanne Nicholson. Rooted in the landscapes and traditions of Northwestern Ontario, Leanne’s striking mixed-media art—ranging from intricately painted skulls and antlers to expressive wildlife imagery—captures the spirit of the land in a way that is both raw and deeply moving. Her nature-inspired work blends visual arts and found natural materials, creating a unique artistic voice shaped by resilience, lived experience, and a deep connection to place. We are excited to showcase her work and celebrate local art, creativity, and community at this year’s exhibition.
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Spring Arts Exhibition Welcomes Leanne Nicholson

This year's spring arts exhibition features the work of local artist Leanne Nicholson.
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The 2026 Spring Art Exhibition in Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario, and Winnipeg, Manitoba features Northern Artists including Tony Eetak in a dynamic Multi and Inter-Arts showcase presented through our Northern Arts Program. Led by Arts Incubator Winnipeg, Art Borups Corners, and Melgund Recreation, Arts and Culture, the exhibition highlights visual art, music, and collaborative community projects, with a strong emphasis on Indigenous arts, land-based practices, and northern cultural traditions. Audiences can experience diverse works from emerging and established creators, connecting rural and urban northern communities, celebrating cross-disciplinary creativity, fostering cultural exchange, and reinforcing the region’s role as a vibrant hub for northern arts innovation and contemporary Indigenous expression.
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Spring Arts Exhibition Welcomes Tony Eetak

More than an exhibit, Tony Eetak’s work sparks community jams and vital dialogues on our digital future.
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Outreach
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Outreach

Sustainability is the highest form of community service.
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Latest Local News

  • Melgund Canada Day Arts and Crafts Market: Francine Higgins
  • Radical Rhubarb: The Tangy Triumph
  • Canada Day Celebration in Melgund Township Features Crafter Terri Bell’s Crocheted and Dolls
  • Painted Paddle, Northern Spirit
  • Art on Display: Mixed Media Art by Leanne Nicholson

Opportunities for Artists

Celebrate Canada Day by showcasing your talents at the upcoming Dyment Community Craft Sale on July 1st! Held at the Dyment, Ontario Community Centre & Grounds from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, this vibrant community market is officially calling for local vendors, artisans, and creators to join the festivities. Organizers are currently seeking applications for a wide variety of booths, including handmade crafts, artisan goods, local produce, vintage & unique finds, and delicious eats. It is a fantastic opportunity for small businesses and hobbyists alike, offering both tables and tent spaces with no fee for tables. To learn more about booth information, request an application, or register for the event, interested vendors can contact Terri at 807-220-5177, email melgundlsb@gmail.com, or visit the official website at www.melundrecreation.ca. Make sure to submit your application before the deadline on June 25th. Don't miss out on this incredible celebration of creativity and community in Melgund Township!

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

Canada Council for the Arts Digital Greenhouse Logo

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.

PROGRAMMING SUPPORTED BY

Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program
Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program
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