An Our People Our Climate 2025 project curated by Tony Eetak
Traditional values are the quiet architecture behind our lives—the steady lines that shape how we see, speak, and care for one another. They hold the weight of generations, carried not in grand declarations, but in small, intentional acts: the way we greet our elders, the stories we pass down at the table, the silence we keep in moments of reverence. In a world that moves fast and forgets easily, traditional values ask us to pause, to remember what matters. They are not rules, but rhythms—a kind of cultural heartbeat that reminds us who we are, and who we’re responsible to. Holding onto them isn’t about staying still; it’s about moving forward with depth, connection, and meaning.
Published: February 2025
Including: Tony Eetak, Jamie Bell, Lucy Eetak
Category: Images, Text, Audio
Captions: Tony Eetak, Jamie Bell
Items in this Collection: 9
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
This urban and northern arts program connects artists and communities across Winnipeg, Manitoba, Minnesota and Northwestern Ontario. Focused on cultural innovation, participatory arts, and community-driven creativity, the program supports artist residencies, workshops, and collaborative projects that foster resilience, inclusivity, and bold artistic expression. Bridging urban and remote regions through mentorship and media arts access, the incubator empowers emerging and community-based artists to shape the future of arts in Manitoba and beyond.