Cultivating Art, Community, and Innovation

Elmwood Union Arts Collective thrives in the heart of Winnipeg, embracing the dynamic energy of an urban environment to foster creativity, connection, and sustainability. Our collective serves as an experimental hub for projects that explore eco-conscious art, urban storytelling, and city-based climate entrepreneurship.

Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Elmwood, the program transforms the urban landscape into a canvas for artistic exploration. Through music, public installations, and collaborative art projects, the collective celebrates the diversity and creativity of our community. Elmwood’s rich cultural fabric inspires artists to push boundaries, experiment with new mediums, and connect with audiences in unexpected ways.

Participants are encouraged to engage deeply with their surroundings, weaving the pulse of the city into their work while contributing to a shared vision that merges environmental awareness with artistic innovation. By amplifying voices often unheard and creating spaces for dialogue and expression, the Elmwood Union Arts Collective is redefining what it means to make art in the city—building a future where creativity flourishes alongside community and resilience.

At the Elmwood Union Arts Collective, art takes root and flourishes in the heart of the city, bringing together diverse voices and perspectives to create a vibrant, inclusive artistic community. This initiative emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and social impact, transforming urban spaces into hubs of creativity and connection.

• Collaboration: A dynamic space where artists, local residents, and cultural organizations come together to co-create, share stories, and explore new artistic expressions rooted in the urban experience.

• Workshops & Residencies: Engaging workshops, artist-in-residence opportunities, and mentorship programs tailored for emerging creators, including Indigenous youth and underrepresented artists, to develop skills in urban arts and community-led entrepreneurship.

• Community Engagement: Interactive projects and public art initiatives designed to spark conversations, build community pride, and amplify the voices of those shaping the city’s creative future.

Through the Elmwood Union Arts Collective, we nurture creativity while empowering artists and communities to redefine what it means to make art in an urban environment.

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