Towards the 2026-2031 Strategic Plan: An open letter to the arts community from the Director and CEO
In her latest letter to the community, Michelle Chawla reflects on the current situation in the arts and invites the arts community to share their thoughts on the Canada Council for the Arts’ next strategic plan. Read the letter
The arts community is invited to share its thoughts on the Canada Council for the Arts’ next strategic plan.
Over the coming weeks, four engagement sessions will be held, two in English and two in French, and a questionnaire will be available for those who are unable to attend a session. Your input will help us focus and prioritize our efforts. Register here
Canada Council for the Arts 2026 Annual Public Meeting
The Canada Council for the Arts Annual Public Meeting (APM) will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 4 p.m. (EDT). The event will include a question and answer period. If you would like to submit a question in advance, please email it to apa@conseildesarts.ca by February 23, 2026. Every effort will be made to include as many questions as possible during the event. The APM will be accessible, both in person and virtually, in English, French, ASL, and LSQ. Additional information about the event and details on how to register to participate in person or online will follow in the coming weeks.
