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Recreation

Recreation Services are at the heart of building vibrant, healthy, and inclusive communities. Aligned with the Framework for Recreation in Canada, our comprehensive programs and facilities are dedicated to fostering active living, social connection, and personal growth for all ages and abilities. We believe in the transformative power of leisure and recreation, recognizing its essential role in individual well-being, community development, and environmental stewardship.

At the heart of Melgund Township, the Dyment Recreation Hall serves as a vibrant gathering place for arts, culture, and community life in Northwestern Ontario. Throughout the year, the hall hosts a wide range of events—from local art workshops and heritage exhibits to music nights, seasonal celebrations, and youth programs that bring the community together. With its welcoming atmosphere and central location, the Dyment Recreation Hall is a cornerstone of rural creativity and connection, reflecting the spirit of northern living where neighbours, artists, and families come together to share in both tradition and innovation.
Recreation

Good Governance: Admin Fees

Admin fees cover vital tasks: financial management, compliance, and project coordination.
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The vibrant purple blooms of Fireweed, a sure sign of midsummer. Photo: Jamie Bell
Recreation

July Plant Walk

Discovering Local Flora with Jamie Bell Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Location: Art Borups Corners Living Land Lab Join us for a unique opportunity…
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Golden patches of Birdsfoot Trefoil brighten the summer fields of Northwestern Ontario. Photo: Jamie Bell
Artists

Trefoil’s Sunshine

Golden-hued Birdsfoot Trefoil blankets open areas, adding cheerful beauty and ecological value to Ontario's landscapes.
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A Hub for Arts & Climate Innovation
Food Security and Innovation

A Hub for Arts & Climate Innovation

Disrupting for good: Creative leadership and land-based learning drive climate entrepreneurship in Northwestern Ontario.
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Refreshing our online space to better connect with communities and share the latest from our arts and sustainability programs. Thanks for your patience as we build something new!

Welcoming a Fresh New Platform

We’re excited to roll out our redesigned website, offering a fresh look and improved features to better showcase our work across arts, climate entrepreneurship, and…
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The foundation is set for good times ahead! The new pavilion at the Dyment Recreation complex in Melgund Township is one step closer to reality with the fresh concrete pad now in place. Photo: Terri Bell
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Pavilion Construction Underway

The Dyment Recreation complex in Melgund Township is undergoing a major enhancement with the construction of a new community pavilion.
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Get ready to soak up the vibrant atmosphere at Melgund Township's first Summer Market this July 1st. Discover unique treasures from local artists and businesses during the silent auction, savor delicious food, and enjoy lively performances.

Melgund Township Summer Event on July 1st

The excitement builds for Melgund Township's Summer Market on July 1st at the Dyment Recreation Complex.
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Stepping into the silence of the forest, embracing the beauty of our Canadian green spaces. With June being Parks and Recreation Month, there's no better time to hit the trails and experience moments like this!
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Nature Trails: More than a Walk

Canada's nature trails & parks offer premier spots for hiking, cycling, and outdoor activities. Learn about the public health benefits and celebrate June as Parks…
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The Nodding Trillium was one of the many plants that truly fascinated us this year. We had walked past it countless times, never realizing it was quietly growing all around us—hiding its delicate white bloom beneath its leaves. Once we finally noticed it, we began to understand why so many traditional plants are described as humble teachers.
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Plants, People, and the Arts

This year, as part of our ongoing photography, traditional storytelling, and arts-based learning activities, we’re documenting the life cycles of the plants we’re growing in…
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Surrounded by boreal forest, boaters on Melgund Lake experience the quiet beauty of protected waters and rich fishing traditions.

Melgund Lake Conservation Reserve

The Melgund Lake Conservation Reserve is a pristine protected area in Northwestern Ontario, dedicated to preserving significant natural and cultural features.
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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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Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program
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