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!

2025 Fall Exhibition Celebrating Our Cultural Community

2025 Fall Exhibition

Art Borups Corners September 4, 2025

Come out for the Melgund Township 2025 Fall Art Exhibition and Market.

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Reclaiming Culture

The Arts Incubator August 26, 2025

This year's summer program empowers local artists by merging traditional knowledge with contemporary digital tools for preservation.

Summer Program Training Artists From music to storytelling and skills for arts administration, this year's interdisciplinary arts incubator program is the biggest yet.

From music to storytelling and skills for arts administration, this year's interdisciplinary arts incubator program is the biggest yet.

Summer Program Training Artists

Eva Suluk August 19, 2025

This year's interdisciplinary program blends artistic creation with professional development, building grassroots cultural infrastructure from the ground...

Aftermath of the Cut The intricate details of dried, splintered wood tell a story of clear-cutting and the environmental impact left behind. This photograph, captured in black and white, forces the viewer to confront the raw reality of the landscape and the fire hazard it represents. The image is a powerful tool for visual storytelling and a conversation about land stewardship. Photo: Terri Bell

The intricate details of dried, splintered wood tell a story of clear-cutting and the environmental impact left behind. This photograph, captured in black and white, forces the viewer to confront the raw reality of the landscape and the fire hazard it represents. The image is a powerful tool for visual storytelling and a conversation about land stewardship. Photo: Terri Bell

Aftermath of the Cut

Art Borups Corners August 6, 2025

Black and white photography documents the fire hazard from clear-cutting's environmental impact.

Harvesting Blueberries and Ideas The changing seasons are starting to show themselves in the landscape, adding another layer of beauty to our blueberry picking. This photograph not only shows the full, ripe fruit but also hints at the yellows and reds on the leaves preparing for fall. It's a great example of the natural colors our artists and photographers are working to capture.

The changing seasons are starting to show themselves in the landscape, adding another layer of beauty to our blueberry picking. This photograph not only shows the full, ripe fruit but also hints at the yellows and reds on the leaves preparing for fall. It's a great example of the natural colors our artists and photographers are working to capture.

Harvesting Blueberries and Ideas

Jamie Bell August 5, 2025

Capturing nature's beauty through photography, art, and creative expression.

The Smooth Blue Aster A cluster of asters in full bloom. These stunning native wildflowers provide a final splash of color and a crucial food source for pollinators as the summer winds down.

A cluster of asters in full bloom. These stunning native wildflowers provide a final splash of color and a crucial food source for pollinators as the summer winds down.

The Smooth Blue Aster

Art Borups Corners August 4, 2025

Late-blooming asters signal autumn's arrival, adding stunning beauty to our landscapes.

The Golden Glow of August A field of bright goldenrod reaches for the August sun. These flowers are a vital late-season food source for pollinators in Northern Ontario.

A field of bright goldenrod reaches for the August sun. These flowers are a vital late-season food source for pollinators in Northern Ontario.

The Golden Glow of August

Art Borups Corners August 3, 2025

Goldenrod brightens Northern Ontario roadsides, offering a late-summer feast for pollinators and a touch of gold.

Blueberry Abundance A hand gently holds a cluster of ripe wild blueberries, showcasing the bounty of the Northwestern Ontario summer.

Blueberry Abundance

Art Borups Corners August 1, 2025

Wild blueberries are a sweet taste of summer in the Northern Ontario and Manitoba boreal forests.

Music Jamboree in September Get ready for a fantastic day of community, music, and local flavour in beautiful Melgund Township on September 6, 2025! We're hosting a vibrant outdoor music event and "music jam" featuring talented local musicians, unique local vendors, and a feast of delicious food. This is your chance to support local businesses, enjoy lively entertainment, and connect with your neighbours.