Our Mandate focuses on 5 priorities:

Community Engagement – create networking, skills-sharing, and connective arts community activities.

Artist Exposure – promote and celebrate artistic talent, creative output, and the crucial contributions of art and culture in Pictou County.

Economic Development – leverage creative sector funding programs, connect artists with market and performance opportunities, and support business development skills.

Create a Sustainable Nonprofit – develop a diverse financial model which includes membership and sponsorship programs, art services revenue, fundraising events, grant funding, and municipal support.

Arts and Wellness – nurture creativity, wellness, and healing by using the arts to foster connection, self-awareness, and resilience.