EC3 advocates for the arts at all levels of government. While we continue to advocate at the municipal and provincial levels, we wanted to draw attention to Canadian Coalition for the Arts, at the federal level, by sharing their recent newsletter.
Full bulletin here: mailchi.mp/ecthree/cana...
As you may know, the City of Peterborough has hired a consulting company, EVOKE, to undertake work on a Municipal Cultural Plan. The folks at EVOKE have asked EC3 to share this flyer and encourage people to attend these sessions. Your input is crucial.
Many thanks.
EC3’s GRANTS FOR INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS fueled 17 new projects by talented local artists, creating a diverse bounty of new writing, theatre, circus arts, visual arts, dance, music and more for Peterborough audiences.
See our bulletin for more info and 2025 recipients - mailchi.mp/ecthree/gfia...
KWIC and KSAC to 'Accelerate Action' in #Nogo #Ptbo for International Women's Day. Free March 8 celebration includes a rally and march beginning at city hall followed by a community event at the Peterborough Public Library. kawarthanow.com/2025/02/20/k...
APPLICATION DEADLINE THIS FRIDAY (February 27th)!!
EC3 is hiring an operations and administration coordinator!
Full job description here: 1drv.ms/w/c/61074097...
EC3 is honoured to welcome artist, educator and cultural activist Chet Singh to the EC3 Board of Directors. Chet brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our work as a municipal arts council in Peterborough.
Full bulletin here: mailchi.mp/ecthree/chet...
Paint It Black
Feb 28, 12-4pm - Artspace
This is an interactive workshop for Black community members to co-create a collective mural. This workshop will be led by locally-based Artspace members Kasonde Mutale (she/her) and Deji Onawunmi (he/him).
Register here: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS...
PAPA and CPD presents IMPROV-EYES!
March 7 2:00-4:00 at TTOK
Improv for all levels, encouraging blind and low-vision performers to join.
ALL abilities welcome!
Facilitated by Linda Kash-PAPA and Jason King-Council for Persons with Disabilities Sign up: papa.yesand@gmail.com or Jason.king@pcpd.ca
February is Black History Month and EC3 wants to recognize and celebrate the many great events happening in our community, and the people who make them happen.
Read our full bulletin here: mailchi.mp/ecthree/ec3-...
Rough Cuts #2 is coming up on March 13th! This is an opportunity for artists to showcase works in progress of any genre. Entry is by lottery, applications due 11:59pm Feb 13th. To apply, send a bio and a one-paragraph piece description of what you plan to do to admin@publicenergy.ca.
EC3 is hiring an Operations & Administration Coordinator! Full job description here - 1drv.ms/w/c/61074097...
On Tues Feb 24th, BRAND NEW STAGES is back! The 3rd annual festival of new Canadian work for the stage returns with 7 plays in 6 days, and over 40 artists featured. Visit www.newstages.ca for festival info.
Happy Holidays to all of you from the Electric City Culture Council’s Board and staff, our volunteers and advisory committee members, and our many sponsors, donors and community partners.
Image Description: The first graphic image, reads "EC3 Receives 2026 Funding from the City of Peterborough" and in the lower half of the graphic image there is the logo for the City of Peterborough there is black typeface that reads “peter” in a lowercase serif font that is followed by “borough” in a sans serif font. Above the “peter” on the lefthand side of the logo are two parallel graphic waves that are a deep blue colour, the waves are symmetrical. The background is a blue gradient, from light blue to darker blue on the left hand side.
EC3 Receives 2026 Funding from the City of Peterborough
For the full announcement see the EC3 Bulletin:
mailchi.mp/ecthree/ec3-...
Image Description: Graphic image reads "EC3 Receives Operating Grant from Ontario Arts Council" and below is the logo for the Ontario Arts Council consisting of three graphic shapes circle (o), upwards arrow (a), and a rounded line (c) that also reads "Ontario Arts Council" below along with the French translation.
EC3 is pleased to announce that we received an Operating Grant for Arts Service Organizations of $17,600 from the OAC.
EC3 acknowledges Dave Smith, MPP and the Government of Ontario’s contribution to the Ontario Arts Council. Read the full Bulletin by following the link: mailchi.mp/ecthree/onta...
Infographic that reads “did you attend, or miss, the OAC workshop? Download the slides!” With white sans serif typeface on a bright and saturated flat orange background.
Follow the link in our bio to download the presentations slides from last Thursday's Professional Development Workshop: Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application! tinyurl.com/3acshnxv
Today is Arts Day on the Hill, a national annual event organized by @artscoalitionca.bsky.social This is an important advocacy initiative drawing attention to the high social and economic impact, value and importance of the arts and the critical importance of public funding for the arts #artsday2025
…We are so grateful for all she did and will remember her with admiration and deep affection.”
— Su Ditta, EC3 Executive Director
…Her “can-do” spirit was infectious and inspiring - a true community builder in every way - she was an inspiration and made this city an even greater place to live each and every day. She imagined the best for local culture and worked hard to make it happen…
She was fearless and hardworking for numerous causes that mattered, and never hesitated when we reached out for help with networking and connections…
…Always gracious and generous, Anne offered expert support and advice whenever we called on her for guidance or encouragement, and frequently provided information and direction to individual artists in need...
“On behalf of the Board of Directors and EC3 staff, we would like to send out our sincere sympathies and condolences to the family and friends of Ann Farquharson. Anne was a champion of the arts and an invaluable supporter of heritage preservation, and she will be so sorely missed in our community…
Towards The North Star: Centering Social Justice in Organizational Leadership
After decades of activism, Indigenous, Black and racialized leaders are increasingly shaping the arts. This panel will explore the organizational approaches advancing social justice in the arts. onculturedays.ca/on-topic/
Show up tonight at 6:00pm to attend the Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application! professional development workshop. Registration is accepted at the door. Although we expect a sizable turnout, we still have room for more!
Artspace, 3-378 Aylmer Street.
Sliding scale tickets available and free parking!
Join us for FIRE, a solstice concert, to call back the sun with songs, stories, oversized props, and our very special guests Medusa!
www.eventbrite.ca/e/fire-a-sol...
All Saints’ Anglican Church is wheelchair accessible.
This Professional Development Workshop Changes Careers! Happening tomorrow, the workshop “Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application!” could make a huge impact on your career.
Don’t miss out on this impactful event. See the Eventbrite: tinyurl.com/28en4svv
Meet your OAC Grant Officer!
Who also is the facilitator of the upcoming workshop: Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application! Adom Acheampong is the Multi- and Inter-Arts Officer at the Ontario Arts Council.
Bulletin: mailchi.mp/ecthree/meet...
Request ASL Interpretation by tomorrow Friday, November 21st for the upcoming workshop: Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application!
ASL Interpretation available upon request, please email Eva at Public Energy by November 21st by 5:00pm, eva@publicenergy.ca.
New Stages Theatre presents
ITʼS A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY
Market Hall Performing Arts Centre
6 shows. Dec 10-14, 2025.
Tickets: tickets.markethall.org?category=20
Watch the fantastic trailer here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiwY...