northern ontario
The Arts Incubator is deeply committed to strengthening Northern Ontario arts and culture, delivering programs that support artists, youth, and communities across the region. Through mentorship, workshops, and digital innovation, the Incubator creates opportunities for creators to build sustainable practices rooted in the realities of the North. With support from the Ontario Arts Council and the Canada Council for the Arts, its programming amplifies Indigenous arts, rural creativity, and Northern voices, connecting Northwestern Ontario communities such as Dryden, Ignace, Melgund, and Dyment to the wider Canadian arts ecosystem. By investing in Northern Ontario artists and community-driven projects, the Arts Incubator ensures that the cultural strength, creativity, and resilience of the North continue to grow and thrive.