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SDG 11

Examples of UN SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities in Action

SDG 11 aims to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable. As urban populations grow, the challenge of ensuring access to affordable housing, transportation, and basic services increases. This goal focuses on improving urban planning, reducing the environmental impact of cities, and ensuring that everyone has access to clean water, sanitation, and green spaces. By building cities that are sustainable and inclusive, SDG 11 works to create environments where people can live healthy, fulfilling lives, while minimizing the strain on natural resources and ensuring social and economic equity.

View more examples of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) here.

Tony Eetak, a founding member of our program, frames a shot outside the Asper Centre for Theatre and Film in Winnipeg. Photo: Jamie Bell
Winnipeg

Capturing the shot

Tony Eetak, a founding member of our program, frames a shot outside the Asper Centre for Theatre and Film at the University of Winnipeg
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This spacious, yet currently somewhat bare, room presents a perfect opportunity for arts-based placemaking. Imagine this space transformed into a vibrant community hub through murals co-created by local youth, collaborative art installations, or even a flexible area for community theatre or dance workshops.
Recreation

What is Placemaking?

Placemaking is about more than just putting up a new playground or building a recreation center. It's about thoughtfully designing and activating our public spaces…
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While the world moves forward digitally, many Canadian nonprofits are being left behind. The quiet struggle isn’t just about outdated websites—it’s about lacking the tools, training, and funding to keep up. For more than half of nonprofits, the gap between what’s needed and what’s possible is growing. Sometimes, standing still feels like falling behind.
Arts & Creative Leadership

What Silence Says

When organizations fail to communicate — with staff, volunteers, funders, or the communities they serve — that absence becomes its own message.
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Join us for an exciting group discussion and workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Arts! This session delivered by Winnipeg artist Jamie Bell will delve into the fascinating intersection of technology and creativity, exploring how AI is shaping and influencing artistic expression across various mediums.
Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence Online Weekend Workshop

Join us for an exciting group discussion and workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Arts!
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An overhead view of the Melgund Township recreation complex, which supports the communities of Dyment and Borups Corners and area in Northwestern Ontario.

Melgund Local Service Board Approves Deck and Event Stage Funding, Discusses Financial Strategies

The Local Services Board of Melgund convened its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025, at 7:00 pm at the community hall.
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Building the Future of Arts Discoverability

Building the Future of Arts Discoverability

Supported by the OpenAI Researcher Access Program and the Manitoba Arts Council Indigenous 360 Program, youth and artists are creating custom modules to generate structured…
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Connecting small and northern community programs to broader regional and national networks enhances their visibility and fosters collaborative opportunities for growth.

Expanding Community Reach

Showcasing community impact is vital for garnering support and recognition from the broader sector.
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Youth Driving Sustainable Futures: Lifelong learning culminates in creative leadership and entrepreneurship. See how youth innovation is shaping a vibrant and sustainable future for arts and communities.

Creative Leadership & Entrepreneurship: Youth Driving Sustainable Arts & Community Futures

Youth Driving Sustainable Futures: Lifelong learning culminates in creative leadership and entrepreneurship. See how youth innovation is shaping a vibrant and sustainable future for arts…
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Community members share a meal and conversation at the monthly gathering in Dyment on March 9, 2025.

Local Services Board Discusses Canada Day Plans, Hot August Night Music Festival

MELGUND TOWNSHIP, Ont. — The Local Services Board of Melgund met Monday evening at the community hall, covering a range of topics from upcoming arts…
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This article highlights the importance of mentorship programs, volunteer retention strategies, and creating meaningful leadership opportunities for youth.

Cultivating Future Leaders

Attracting and retaining dedicated volunteers is foundational to building strong leadership.
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Jukebox In Exile is the new country music album from Flin Flon singer-songwriter C.C. Trubiak, blending classic country, honky-tonk, Americana and traditional storytelling into a collection of songs inspired by resilience, community and life in Northern Manitoba. Written during and after the 2025 Flin Flon wildfire evacuation, the album draws influence from country music legends including Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, Waylon Jennings and George Jones. Featuring the singles "Old Country Songs," "Being Rich" and the charting track "Outlaws Meditation," Jukebox In Exile showcases Trubiak's signature songwriting while celebrating small-town life, northern Canadian culture, queer country music and the enduring spirit of Flin Flon. The album is available now on major music streaming platforms.
Manitoba's own C.C. Trubiak's new album "Jukebox in Exile" dropped on June 5! Check it out today!

Upcoming Events

The Under $100 Art Show is coming to Winnipeg August 13-16, 2026. Get your tickets now for this amazing event! The Art Spot Canada Under $100 Art Exhibition is coming to Winnipeg, Manitoba this August! ART SPOT was created in 2008 in Calgary to support local emerging artists.  ART SPOT has curated and facilitated over 100 successful art events, including solo exhibitions, group exhibitions, workshops, concerts, body painting competitions, markets, community events and more.

WINNIPEG ARTS PROGRAMS

This platform, our Winnipeg, Manitoba hub and programs have been made possible with support from the Manitoba Arts Council Indigenous 360 Program. We gratefully acknowledge their funding and support in making the work we do possible.

Manitoba Arts Council Indigenous 360 Program

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The Arts Incubator was seeded and piloted with strategic arts innovation funding from the Canada Council for the Arts Digital Greenhouse. We thank them for their investment, supporting northern arts capacity building and bringing the arts to life.

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NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO ARTS

This platform, our Northwestern Ontario hub and programs have been made possible with support from the Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program. We gratefully acknowledge their funding and support in making the work we do possible.

Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program
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