April Updates
- Apr 23
- 3 min read
Warmer weather is on its way and summer plans are in the works! We are happy to share what is on and what is upcoming. In case you missed our April 1 post featuring April Brush (pictured above) you can enjoy a laugh via Facebook or Instagram.
Thank you to our operational partners for your ongoing support. Your funding and partnership provide crucial support for LAC in maintaining and growing capacity for ongoing development, implementation, and delivery of professional artistic programs and services for our community and the local arts sector.
We extend our gratitude to our strategic programming partners whose generosity helps us support the local arts community and artists with meaningful programs and opportunities.
COMMUNITY ART INSTALLATION PROJECT
Michael Czupryna is a lens-based artist working in London, Ontario, creating images inspired by nature. His exhibition, Oddkin, is on at RBC Gallery from January – April, 2026. All exhibit dates/times are available through the link below, check it out before the exhibition wraps on April 30.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR MUSICIANS
NOW OPEN – LBMX Musicians Mentorship Program
Apply by May 1, 2026 at 4:30pm
Are you part of an emerging band? The 2026 LBMX Musicians Mentorship Program is an immersive artist development initiative designed to support emerging bands in London, Ontario and surrounding First Nations (Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, Oneida Nation of the Thames, and Munsee-Delaware Nation). The program equips rising musicians with the practical skills, professional assets, and industry knowledge needed to advance to the next stage of their careers.
ARTS ACTIVATIONS
With performances added to the calendar on an ongoing basis, check out who's performing in our community and support local talent. Psst, if you are heading to Covent Garden Market or White Oaks Mall this Saturday, live music awaits you! Check out the link below for full details.
NEWS
Announcement - Eunju Yi to serve on AACO Coordinating Circle
We are excited to announce that Eunju Yi, our Executive Director, was nominated to serve on the Coordinating Circle of AACO (Alliance of Arts Councils of Ontario). This opportunity will ultimately allow the LAC to better represent the needs and voices of London's arts community in the provincial conversation and collaborate with regional arts councils to support the professional growth of the regional arts sector.
Learn more about the work of the AACO via the link below.
Mass Culture AI Curiosity Poll for Artists - Deadline: April 27
Are you an artist? Would you like to give your perspective, thoughts, and questions on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the arts?
Mass Culture, an arts-supporting nonprofit organization has put a poll together to collect this data. If you are an artist and you believe that the voices of artists must be heard, take 5 minutes and share your perspective by April 27.
RESOURCES
The “London Arts & Community: Funding Programs and Support Available in London” resource page is available.
The webpage brings together key information shared during the Information Session - London Arts & Community, hosted by the London Arts Council in partnership with the London Community Foundation and the City of London’s Neighbourhood & Community Wide Services on March 4, 2026.
The session was designed to help artists, artist collectives, and community groups better understand how to access and combine funding, resources, and supports for arts and community based projects in London.
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