Position Summary and Submission Process Coordinator, Arts Education & Exhibition Hours: full-time (35 hours/week) Term: One-year contract, with a mandatory three-month probationary period Compensation: $35,000 - $40,000 (commensurate with experience) Application Deadline: Friday, August 28, 2026, 4:30 PM Anticipated Interview Timeline: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis prior to the deadline, and selected candidates may be invited for interviews accordingly. Anticipated start date: Monday, September 7, 2026 Note: Please submit your application through the online application form by Friday, August 28 at 4:30 p.m.. No other method of application will be accepted. General office hours are Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; however, this position requires working hours outside of the general office hours and may require working additional hours for certain occasions. Final candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check from the London Police Services. Only those candidates who are considered for the position will be contacted. Job Description Reporting to the Executive Director and working with the Operating Team, the Coordinator, Arts Education & Exhibition coordinates the planning and delivery of arts education and public exhibition programs for the London Arts Council. The role combines program development, administration, and community engagement responsibilities, ensuring initiatives align with organizational goals and procedures. The successful candidate will be a creative, organized, and proactive professional who supports artists, engages the community, and advances LAC's mission through impactful arts programming. Qualifications and Skills The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of and appreciation for the arts, creativity, the arts sector, and the role of arts service organizations, including nonprofit, arm's-length, and umbrella arts organizations. Recognizing the historical and cultural context of the region, the successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and unlearning regarding Indigenous histories, cultures, and the legacy of residential schools. The candidate will also be committed to expanding their understanding of equity-deserving communities and advancing principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in their work. The successful candidate should demonstrate both a personal and professional connection to the arts and maintain active engagement within the artistic community. They must be able to foster positive relationships while upholding appropriate professional boundaries, both within and outside the organization. Please click the button below to view the full job description:

Artists in Practice Workshop Series cycle one final session on July 2, 2026 at Fanshawe College July is coming to a close but our arts activations and opportunities continue! Of special note, we have an opportunity for Artist-Educators to apply (by tomorrow, July 31 at 4pm) as instructors for the B.R.I.D.G.E. Workshop Series program. As always, we look forward to connecting with you at an upcoming event and sharing what's going on at the London Arts Council. 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 We Are Still Here (2025) by Mike Cywink Woven Into Myself (2025) by Mackenzie Beirnes-Daniels inspired by the book Jay and Gizmo Learn About Boys with Braids by Kristi White You still have time to visit The Gallery's Indigenous Arts and Stories Exhibition featuring artworks created by Mackenzie Beirnes-Daniels, Kristi White, and Mike Cywink, highlighting stories of Indigenous culture, history, and community. The exhibition is on now until September 3, 2026. For full details, please visit the link below. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MUSICIANS Save the date! The LBMX Musicians Mentorship Program bands—Aidan Hough, Lindsey and The Lonelies, and Omri Kash—will be performing with headliner artist, Tyler Shaw on September 12! Join us for an incredible day of live music, arts activities, dancing, karaoke, vendors, prizes and more! Stay tuned for more details and in the meantime, share this on your socials! Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Artists in Practice Workshop Series cycle two first session on July 9, 2026 at Western University (Credit Allan Lewis) PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR VISUAL ARTISTS On July 2, Artists in Practice Workshop Series participants from cycle one had their final session which featured artist studio tours at TAP Centre for Creativity. On July 9, cycle 2 participants had their first instructional session at Western University's Department of Visual Arts. We want to thank Fanshawe College for providing instructional space for cycle one of the program and we look forward to working with the Department of Visual Arts, Western University for cycles two and three of the program! Funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) Seed Grant, the program responds directly to feedback from local artists seeking accessible, culturally relevant opportunities to strengthen their artistic and professional practices. OPPORTUNITIES B.R.I.D.G.E. Workshop Series Artist-Educators Application Deadline: July 31, 4:30pm The London Arts Council (LAC) invites artist-educators residing in London, Ontario, and the surrounding First Nations (Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, Oneida Nation of the Thames, and Munsee-Delaware Nation) to apply for a paid opportunity to develop and deliver workshops for B.R.I.D.G.E. Workshop Series. B.R.I.D.G.E. (Building Relationships through Intergenerational Dialogue, Growth, and Expression) is a free, intergenerational arts program funded by the Westminster College Foundation and delivered by the London Arts Council in partnership with the London Public Library. The program enhances the well-being of seniors, provides meaningful professional development opportunities for emerging artists, and strengthens community connections across generations. ARTS ACTIVATIONS With performances added to the calendar on an ongoing basis, check out who's performing in our community and support local talent. COMMUNITY ARTS INVESTMENT PROGRAM UPDATE TO APPLICANTS: The Community Arts Investment Program assessment panels are complete and notification letters have been sent out to all applicants. If you have not received your email, please make sure to check your junk/spam folders. NEWS 2025 Artist/Cultural Worker Revenue Survey LAC is collaborating with Culture Works Canada to conduct market research on work and revenues in the cultural sector. In 2025, whether you got paid or volunteered in culture as an artist, a teacher, an administrator, a technical or heritage worker, this survey is for you! Take the survey before August 15, 2026. The survey will take 5 - 25 minutes to complete depending on your number of revenues and volunteering efforts. With 100 or more responses from the LAC network, Culture Works Canada will create a dedicated LAC report! When you take part, you help represent our community’s real experiences and your engagement is deeply valued. 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The Gallery In response to demand from local artists for exhibition space and to promote and celebrate our talented local artists, the London Arts Council and the City of London Culture Services have collaborated with RBC Place London to pilot The Gallery program at RBC Place London as part of our London Arts Live (LAL) program offerings. The purpose of The Gallery is to promote the work of artists and creators residing in London and surrounding First Nations to display original artworks for exhibition, with sales opportunities, on highly prominent and specially designated wall space within this municipally owned building. For the ninth exhibition, The Gallery featured artworks created by Mackenzie Beirnes-Daniels, Kristi White, and Mike Cywink, highlighting stories of Indigenous culture, history, and community. Meet the Artists/Authors Mackenzie Beirnes-Daniels is a London-based Cree First Nations artist whose practice is rooted in exploring the fluid and unreliable nature of memory. She holds an Advanced Diploma in Fine Arts from Fanshawe College and is currently a member of Good Sport Studio and Gallery. Through the act of fragmentation, she seeks to isolate and dissect objects and scenes, bringing attention to how personal narratives can be easily swayed by emotions, time, and external influences. By decontextualizing imagery, her work challenges the viewer to confront the disjointed and ever-shifting nature of recollection. Instagram Kristi White is an author and member of the Oneida Nation of the Thames. Her focus is on Indigenous language and culture revitalization, and an awakening in boys’ literacy. Kristi White is a proud Haudenosaunee woman. As a mother and grandmother, Kristi has spent many years guiding the establishment and implementation of programs for families and children based around healthy living, healthy relationships, literacy, and cultural appropriate content, and has worked alongside and consulted with numerous agencies across Canada. Kristi is a children's author who has a 4-book series out that is focused on Indigenous children. Kristi creates a story with books that opens the hearts and minds of children from all walks of life, inspiring them to read deeper, search further, and explore their own creative gifts. Taking inspiration fromIndigenous cultures, she focuses on themes that encourage independence of spirit, enthusiasm for learning, and acceptance of other languages and cultures traditions. Website Facebook Mike Cywink grew up in Whitefish River First Nation in Northern Ontario and has lived in the London area for over a decade. He is a muralist, artist, and graphic designer whose work can be found throughout the city. Alongside his artistic practice, Mike is dedicated to supporting Indigenous youth through community-based projects. As an artist, Mike approaches his work as storytelling. Guided by teachings he has received along his journey, he listens, learns, and respectfully shares stories through visual art. Rooted in traditional storytelling practices, his work honours Indigenous ways of passing on knowledge and lived experience. Instagram About Work Woven Into Myself (2025) (on exhibition May – August 2026) Through a series of seven drawings, Mackenzie Beirnes-Daniels, a London-based Cree First Nations artist, reimagines Jay and Gizmo Learn About Boys with Braids by Kristi White. Drawing on the story’s themes of masculinity, colonization, and the tension between Western gender norms and Indigenous tradition, the series becomes an exploration of decolonizing self-image. The series journeys through the internalized colonial expectations toward a self-determined identity. The figure appears vulnerable and overwhelmed, negotiating contemporary narratives of masculinity while seeking to understand the tradition of wearing braids and the deeper connection to heritage that comes from embracing and expressing Indigenous identity. Ontarian plant life and traditional medicine plants are woven throughout the pieces as grounding presences. These botanical elements act as carriers of knowledge and healing, anchoring the figures to land and lineage. Together, the drawings form a quiet arc from fragmentation toward reconciliation, proposing reconnection to land and heritage as an act of restoration. Read Jay and Gizmo Learn About Boys with Braids by Kristi White We Are Still Here (2025) by Mike Cywink (on exhibition May – August 2026) As we navigate this way of life, we must never forget the past. To know where we are going, we must know where we come from. The relationships between the Indigenous Peoples, the land, the water, the animals, and the ceremony need to be understood and respected, as they are our original ways of living and being. There is a complex relationship between Indigenous Peoples, settlers, and institutions. And the true history of those relationships here on Turtle Island must be understood by everybody. For centuries, Canada has tried to hide the horrors, the harm, and the destruction that it has caused to Indigenous communities. But through resiliency, hard work, and the determination of our people, we have fought to bring the truth to light. We need to work together to move forward together. Pieces of who we are, our way of life, and understanding our relationships are vital in creating a safer, better world for all of us. The Residential School system tried to wipe out the Indigenous Peoples, with assimilation being the key focus of those institutions. But the spirit of the native people was too strong. The ones who walked before us fought to keep our ways of life going. They ensured our teachings; ceremonies and our spiritual connections would live on. Through every action, their thoughts were with us. As we move forward together, we must never forget what has happened. We have survivors who walk amongst us, and we have children of survivors who are dealing with intergenerational trauma and trying their best to break the cycle of pain and hurt. No matter what we do, we must always think of the next group coming after us. Whether it is the youth of today, the newborns, or the ones who are coming 7 generations from now. We must always think of them in everything we do. Read the full LAC MURAL STORY by Mike Cywink View Indigenous Arts and Stories Exhibition at RBC Place London on the following dates: May May 21 (11:00am - 2:00pm) May 25 (8:00am - 8:00pm) May 26 (8:00am - 1:00pm) May 28 (8:00am - 8:00pm) May 29 (8:00am - 8:00pm) May 30 (8:00am - 8:00pm) May 31 (8:00am - 12:00pm) June June 2 (12:00pm - 8:00pm) June 3 (8:00am - 5:00pm) June 4 (5:00pm - 9:00pm) June 6 (6:00pm - 10:00pm) June 7 (10:00am - 8:00pm) June 8 (8:00am - 8:00pm) June 9 (8:00am - 5:00pm) June 10 (8:00am - 4:00pm) June 11 (11:00am - 2:00pm) June 12 (11:00am - 1:30pm) June 16 (8:00am - 4:00pm) June 18 (11:00am - 2:00pm) June 19 (1:00pm - 6:00pm) June 24 (5:30pm - 8:30pm) June 25 (9:00am - 8:30pm) June 26 (11:00am - 1:30pm) June 29 (4:00pm - 8:00pm) July July 2 (11:00am - 2:00pm) July 4 (5:00pm - 10:00pm) July 16 (8:00am - 5:00pm) July 17 (8:00am - 5:00pm) July 18 (6:00pm - 10:00pm) July 23 (11:00am - 2:00pm) July 24 (10:00am - 1:00pm) July 30 (11:00am - 4:00pm) August August 7 (9:00am - 3:00pm) August 8 (9:00am - 4:00pm) August 9 (9:00am - 3:00pm) August 14 (9:00am - 5:00pm) August 15 (9:00am - 5:00pm) August 16 (9:00am - 5:00pm) August 19 (9:00am - 2:00pm) August 21 (10:00am - 2:00pm) August 26 (9:00am - 3:00pm) September September 1 (8:00am - 12:00pm) September 3 (11:00am - 2:00pm) **enter via the main doors on York St.** The objectives of the Gallery program are: to create a beautiful, unique, and cultured atmosphere; provide compelling experiences for local, national, and international visitors; educate the public by presenting a series of diverse artworks created by local professional artists; and provide professional opportunities for local artists, including increased promotion, sales, and career enhancement. For more information about this project, please contact the London Arts Council at info@londonarts.ca

Indigenous Arts and Stories Exhibition Unveiling at RBC Place London (credit: Corrie Higginson) June holds much cultural significance with many opportunities to celebrate, learn, and engage as we recognize Indigenous History Month, Indigenous Solidarity Day (June 21), Canadian Multiculturalism Day (June 27), Pride Month, and Seniors Month. Earlier this month on June 12, we gathered at RBC Place London for the unveiling of Indigenous Arts and Stories Exhibition as part of The Gallery program at RBC Place London. This past Saturday, June 20, we celebrated the unveiling of 90+ artworks at London Public Library's Central Branch during Art Spectacular 2026. As always, we look forward to connecting with you at an upcoming event and sharing what's going on at the London Arts Council! 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 In response to demand from local artists for exhibition space and to promote and celebrate our talented local artists, the London Arts Council and the City of London Culture Services have collaborated with RBC Place London to pilot The Gallery program at RBC Place London as part of our London Arts Live (LAL) program offerings. The purpose of The Gallery is to promote the work of artists and creators residing in London and surrounding First Nations to display original artworks for exhibition, with sales opportunities, on highly prominent and specially designated wall space within this municipally owned building. For the ninth exhibition, The Gallery featured artworks created by Mackenzie Beirnes-Daniels, Kristi White, and Mike Cywink, highlighting stories of Indigenous culture, history, and community. The exhibition is on now through to August, 2026. For full details, please visit the link below. Many thanks to everyone who joined us for the unveiling of Indigenous Arts and Stories Exhibition event as part of The Gallery program at RBC Place London on June 12. For more details on the event, please visit the link below. PUBLIC ART PROJECTS Art Spectacular 2026 90+ artworks across four public art projects and 11 sub-projects! The City of London’s Public Art and Monument Program, administered by the London Arts Council and the City of London Culture Services, supports the creation of public art that strengthens civic pride, fosters community celebration, creates jobs for artists, and attracts tourism and investment. Many thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate the unveiling of new public art projects in the Downtown at Art Spectacular 2026 this past Saturday, June 20. The projects—completed through the City of London's Public Art Program managed by the Culture Services Division and administered through the London Arts Council—are a reflection of the creativity, talent, and diversity in our city. We invite you to learn more about these exciting public art projects at the link below. Lindsey and The Lonelies performing at FCLMW Kickoff Party, June 5, 2026 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MUSICIANS The LBMX Musicians Mentorship Program bands—Aidan Hough, Lindsey and The Lonelies, and Omri Kash—had their first public performance as part of the program on June 5 for Forest City London Music Week's 2026 Kickoff Party at Dundas Place. Many thanks to all who came out and enjoyed some incredible local talent! Stay tuned for more from these talented musicians and mark your calendars for the program's signature event, ExtravaBand-za! on September 12, 2026! ARTS ACTIVATIONS With performances added to the calendar on an ongoing basis, check out who's performing in our community and support local talent. Whether you are at Covent Garden Market or White Oaks Mall this Saturday, June 27, we have you covered with some live music! COMMUNITY ARTS INVESTMENT PROGRAM UPDATE TO APPLICANTS: The Community Arts Investment Program assessment panels continue to notify applicants as they complete their assessments. Please check your inbox (and junk/spam folders) as you may have received a CAIP assessment communication. If you have not yet received an email communication, this just means the assessment panel has yet to reach out. We will notify via social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) once all applicants have received a communication. We thank you for your patience as our assessors complete their work. IN THE COMMUNITY (l-r) Graham Henderson, Ariel Williams, Emily Schuyler, Katie Wilhelm, Mike Cywink, Nancy Deleary, Bridget George, at the Making Space – Business, Indigenous Art, and Reconciliation event by the London Chamber of Commerce on June 4, 2026 Making Space – Business, Indigenous Art, and Reconciliation At the start of this month we were proud to attend the London Chamber of Commerce's event which brought forward meaningful discussion related to "the practical role the business community must play in moving the City of London’s ReconciliAction Plan from a written policy into a lived reality." Team member Emily Schuyler was a keynote speaker at the event providing an intimate narrative of cultural heritage and what it means to be a contemporary Indigenous artist. To learn more about the event and the partnership between London Chamber of Commerce and the London Arts Council for the new Indigenous gallery programme, please visit the link below: CONNECT WITH US Never miss a beat by following along on social! Click on the icons below:

Position and Submission Process Administrative Assistant Hours: full-time (35 hours/week) Term: One-year contract, with a mandatory three-month probationary period Compensation: $36,000 - $40,000 (commensurate with experience) Application Deadline: Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 4:30 PM Anticipated Interview Timeline: Monday, June 22 – Friday, June 26, 2026 Anticipated start date: Monday, June 29, 2026 Note: Please submit your application through the online application form by Wednesday, June 17th, 4:30 PM. No other method of application will be accepted. Only those candidates who are considered for the position will be contacted. General work hours are Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; however, this position requires working hours outside of the general office hours and may require working additional hours for certain occasions. Final candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check from the London Police Services. Job Description Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Administrative Assistant supports both the Executive Director and organizational operations by handling a range of administrative and logistical tasks. Responsibilities include managing schedules, organizing files, coordinating communications, maintaining documents and data, overseeing office needs, and performing general clerical duties to ensure smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate is ethical, professional, organized, adaptable, with the ability to take initiative, multitask, and work independently under the direct supervision of the Executive Director within the organizational mandate and guidelines. Qualifications and Skills LAC’s Administrative Assistant opportunity is for an individual who is flexible and adaptable to the fluid nature of operational requirements, represents LAC in a highly professional manner, and brings an organized and structured approach to supporting the organization’s operations and governance. An appreciation for the arts and the role of arts service organizations is an asset. Given the historical context of where we are situated, this person should be dedicated to ongoing learning and unlearning of Indigenous histories, culture, and the effects of colonialism on Indigenous peoples, including the legacy of the residential schools. The person should also be open-minded and willing to expand their experience and knowledge to achieve a greater understanding of all equity-deserving communities. Please click the button below to view the full job description:

When not performing, her career as a customer service and arts administration professional saw her leading Professional Development departments, initiating Tech Mentor programs, and overseeing the training and booking of a roster of 80+ artists across Canada. Meet Alexandra Berney A lifelong London musician, Alexandra Berney has spent the last few years writing, recording, and touring across Ontario with bands ranging from alternative rock to indie folk, country to disco. When not performing, her career as a customer service and arts administration professional saw her leading Professional Development departments, initiating Tech Mentor programs, and overseeing the training and booking of a roster of 80+ artists across Canada. Her many years on the LAC roster and as an assessor have made her jump from the stage to behind the desk feel like a very natural progression. Ask Me Anything - with Alexandra Berney What is your artistic background? In addition to my music, I’m also a poet, writer, and actress. My poems/lyrics have been published in journals including Withintensions, Petal Projections, and London’s own Wordsfest Zine. Songwriting is often an extension of my love for words as much as my feel for melody. I’m a singer and multi-instrumentalist mainly splitting my time between guitar, piano, and, my favourite, my vibraphone. I’m lucky to have a wide variety of genres in and at my fingertips, both my own musical inclinations and my catalogue of collaborators. I grew up with a love for theatre and my last performance of note was as part of the London Fringe Festival in a friend and collaborator’s award-winning play, Rehabilitating Richard. Do you have any skills or talents that most people don’t know about? I often surprise people with my skills on the hill and in the pool – just two different ways of moving through water, skiing and swimming. Name some favourite films/albums/work of arts/pieces of literature: My favourite novel is Anne Michaels’ Fugitive Pieces. I adore excess in art: Impressionist flowers, Romantic poetry, Norman Jewison’s Moonstruck… What are you happiest doing, when you’re not working? Cooking and eating to a great soundtrack – perhaps Boz Scaggs’ Silk Degrees or Hozier’s Wasteland, Baby! I document some of my culinary journeys @alusciouslife. Who is someone you admire and why? Big Joni Mitchell fangirl. I’ve dressed up as the cover of ‘Hejira’ for more than one Halloween.

Let's make summer plans! ☀️ We are happy to share what is on and what is upcoming. Our LBMX Musicians Mentorship Program bands are in training which started this past weekend and we can't wait for their first performance kicking off the Forest City London Music Week on Friday, June 5! Pictured above is one of our three bands this year, Aidan Hough, working with our coaches at the Digital Creative Arts Centre. 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. National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples May 5 is National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples (MMIWG2S+). This year, in an effort to honour the day, the London Arts Council in partnership with the City of London Culture Services have installed a red dress created by Joanne Powless (commissioned in 2026) and two red skirts created by Kathleen Doxtator (commissioned in 2025) in the windows of London City Hall (300 Dufferin Ave). These pieces are part of a growing collection which started with Kathleen Doxtator's red skirts last year to acknowledge the many missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ peoples across Turtle Island, and the ongoing calls for support. COMMUNITY ART INSTALLATION PROJECT Join us for a special unveiling of newly acquired works from the City of London’s Permanent Indigenous Art Collection. This exhibition features artwork by Mackenzie Beirnes-Daniels, Kristi White, and Mike Cywink, highlighting stories of Indigenous culture, history, and community. The event will include live music and remarks from City representatives and the artists, offering insight into the works and their significance. Presented through a partnership between the London Arts Council, the City of London, and RBC Place, this exhibition is part of the Gallery at RBC Place program, which supports and celebrates artists from London and surrounding First Nations communities. This unveiling reflects an ongoing commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and invites community members to gather, reflect, and connect through art. Poster artwork from: Woven Into Myself (2025), Mackenzie Beirnes-Daniels PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MUSICIANS We are excited to announce this year's artists taking part in the 2026 LBMX Musicians Mentorship Program. Congratulations to: ⭐️ Aidan Hough (Aidan Hough, lead vocal; Connor Elgie, electric guitar; Bryce Tiffney, bass; Miguel Thompson, drums) ⭐️ Lindsey and The Lonelies (Lindsey Burns, lead vocals/rhythm guitar/songwriter; Dawn Redskye, lead guitar/vocals; John Huff, drums/vocals; Geoff Jarvis, bass/vocals) ⭐️ Omri Kash (Omri Kashdan, vocals; Charlie Kramers, bass guitar; Griffin Noriega, guitar; Evan Chambers, drums; Nathan Nykor, keyboard; Andrew Racknor, saxophone) The three bands will perform for the Forest City London Music Week 2026 Kickoff Party at Dundas Place (190 Dundas St) on June 5 at 7pm. This event is free and all are welcome. Mark your calendars! ARTS ACTIVATIONS With performances added to the calendar on an ongoing basis, check out who's performing in our community and support local talent. MEET THE TEAM We are thrilled to welcome two new team members to the London Arts Council. Alexandra Berney joins us in the role of Specialist, Community and Sponsorship Development and Amsa Yaro joins us in the role of Coordinator, Art Activations. To learn more about Alexandra and Amsa, please visit the links below: Amsa Yaro Alexandra Berney NEWS On May 2, the Karen Schuessler Singers performed their final concert in their 33-year history. We had the pleasure of attending a sold-out milestone concert for the Karen Schuessler Singers at the beginning of the month. With mixed emotions the choir performed the last concert in their 33-year history on May 2, 2026. Led by Artistic Director Karen Schuessler, the choir returned to the roots of what brought them together 33 years ago, singing the Missa Gaia/Earth Mass. As part of the concert we were proud to present the choir with a Certificate of Recognition for the significant contribution the choir has made as an arts organization in the London community. Sunfest launched their summer festival on May 20! We were thrilled to be part of TD Sunfest ‘26 launch at London Brewing! With incredible energy in the room, we celebrated the upcoming festival in its 32nd year. And this year will boast the largest artist lineup to date! We extend our congratulations for the upcoming summer festival (July 9-12) in Victoria Park and appreciation for the dedication Sunfest has to culture and community. We are a more vibrant city because of the work they continue to do and the immense passion their team gives. 🎉 CONNECT WITH US Never miss a beat by following along on social! Click on the icons below:

Amsa Yaro is a mixed media artist and holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from Fanshawe College. Meet Amsa Yaro Amsa Yaro is a mixed media artist and holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from Fanshawe College. She has been a part of several local art exhibitions and projects in London, Ontario. When she isn’t working on art pieces, she has taught art in schools, libraries, and events in various capacities through many of the London Arts Council’s programs. Ask Me Anything - with Amsa Yaro What is your artistic background? I am a self-taught mixed media artist. Name some favourite films/albums/work of arts/pieces of literature: Topping the charts for movies right now would be Sinners. It has everything I enjoy, the soundtrack, the genre, the story itself. I have held myself from over watching it so that it doesn’t lose its impact on me. Cowboy Carter has dominated my playlist. I can’t seem to stop at one song, I must listen to everything and if it loops back to the beginning, well, we go through the loop until something interrupts us. What are you happiest doing, when you’re not working? Catching up with family, friends, loved ones. What is your personal motto? My personal motto is to stay a student of life. Granted, I may not be the best pupil, but I see life as a journey of lessons. You score 100 for somethings, you fail and try again for other things but the more we learn, the more open we are to ideas and the easier it gets to allow things to be.

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. CONNECT WITH US Never miss a beat by following along on social! Click on the icons below:

The Gallery In response to demand from local artists for exhibition space and to promote and celebrate our talented local artists, the London Arts Council and the City of London Culture Services have collaborated with RBC Place London to pilot The Gallery program at RBC Place London as part of our London Arts Live (LAL) program offerings. The purpose of The Gallery is to promote the work of artists and creators residing in London and surrounding First Nations to display original artworks for exhibition, with sales opportunities, on highly prominent and specially designated wall space within this municipally owned building. For the eighth exhibition, The Gallery featured artworks created by Michael Czupryna, a lens-based artist working in London, Ontario, creating images inspired by nature. A recent awakening has drawn his attention to the forest, in particular, trees and water. This perspective has been developed through lived health experiences, the pandemic, and learning that trees contribute directly to human well being, while also forming a seemingly intelligent ecosystem. “Growing up in London’s suburbs, nature was not a part of my life. I never went hiking or camping. My limited experience was the carefully arranged gardens and the strategically placed trees of the urban environment. During the lockdowns of the pandemic, curiosity led to a nature walk for the first time. The woods felt disorienting, like a kaleidoscope of limbs engulfing me, but later a sense of calm strangely emerged. I had never felt something like this before. I researched ‘forest bathing’ and discovered that trees emit phytoncides that reduce cortisol in humans and help our immune systems fight disease. It was a revelation to learn that trees actively assist me in fighting my ailments. Why would they do this? Writings by Donna Haraway, “Staying with the trouble: Making kin in the chthulucene” have influenced my perspective on these experiences - specifically her concept of seeing nature as our kin, inspiring me to name these portraits “Oddkin." My photographs are taken in environmentally significant areas here in London, Ontario.” - Michael Czupryna An Interview with Michael Czupryna Oddkin by Michael Czupryna (January - April, 2026) Q: You describe yourself as a lens-based artist. How long have you been working in this medium and how has it changed for you during that time? A: I discovered film photography in the 1980s at Fanshawe College and was immediately struck by how one could manipulate realistic images to express abstract ideas, such as putting two negatives together to create a new reality. There are many elements involved such as light and time that one can control. Film gave way to digital imaging, which I initially found less engaging because I preferred the tactile nature of working with film. Now, however, I can capture imagery with a digital camera that illustrates the concepts I wish to convey.   Q: You mention that you grew up in London, Ontario’s suburbs. How has London shaped your creative output do you think? A: I grew up in London's east end, where the urban met the industrial landscape and the examples of real nature were the small patches of wild trees and bushes growing behind the fences of corporations that cautioned "no trespassing" to me. This experience created my view of a human-made world of concrete and asphalt with rigid edges and harsh geometry, in contrast to the distant wild nature.   Q: Walk us through the creative process behind this work. How do you go about capturing images like this? A: Discovering nature walks during the pandemic and ruminating on health issues, I found myself drawn to the water below me, which mirrored the trees and sky, and also acted as a lens exposing the detritus below the water's surface. Blending these elements together, the images capture light and water movement to suggest a kind of "life" to the trees.   Q: You mentioned the writings of Donna Haraway in your artist statement. How do these philosophical texts affect or translate into a visual practice for you? A: I believe that she is suggesting a way of being that unites humans and the environment in a way that is transformative for our shared ecology. Her concept of "oddkin" proposes new ways of relating across species, reframing the relationship between humans and more-than human ecologies through care, responsibility, and co-existence. Connecting humans with our odd kin.   Q: Why does creativity matter to you? A: Creativity and Imagination are important because they take us to places that we wouldn't otherwise go. Imagination is the way we conceive of a new reality and creativity is the engine that makes that happen.   Q: What gaps currently exist when it comes to supporting the Arts? What kind of support is needed? A: More funding and exhibition spaces for emerging artists in London.   Q: What do you envision now for your future in the Arts here in London? A: I am very happy to be able to share my perspective on nature and photography in the Gallery at RBC, and hope to find other opportunities in the future. I see unlimited inspiration in the Forest City and will continue, with a renewed perspective, to record the wonders of our natural ecosystems.   Q: What made you most excited about putting yourself out there to work with the London Arts Council and RBC Place London for this exhibition? A: The opportunity to share newfound knowledge and share the images that were created from that experience. Contact: Website: https://michaelczupryna.com Instagram: @michael.czupryna X: https://x.com/McArts1000 View Oddkin at RBC Place London on the following dates: January Jan. 10 (11:00am - 4:00pm) Jan. 11 (11:00am - 4:00pm) Jan. 15 (11:00am - 2:00pm) Jan. 22 (11:00am - 2:00pm) Jan. 26 (11:00am - 5:00pm) Jan. 27 (10:00am - 2:00pm) Jan. 29 (11:00am - 2:00pm) February Feb. 4 (5:30pm - 8:30pm) Feb. 5 (11:00am - 2:00pm) Feb. 6 (9:00am - 5:00pm) Feb. 7 (5:00pm - 10:00pm) Feb. 18 (9:00am - 5:00pm) Feb. 19 (9:00am - 8:00pm) Feb. 20 (9:00am - 2:00pm) Feb. 26 (11:00am - 9:00pm) Feb. 28 (5:00pm - 9:00pm) March Mar. 2 (10:00am - 4:00pm) Mar. 3 (9:00am - 4:00pm) Mar. 4 (9:00am - 2:00pm) Mar. 5 (11:00am - 2:00pm) Mar. 6 (8:00am - 10:00am) Mar. 12 (9:00am - 2:00pm) Mar. 13 (9:00am - 4:00pm) Mar. 19 (11:00am - 2:00pm) Mar. 26 (11:00am - 2:00pm) April Apr. 1 (9:00am - 3:00pm) Apr. 2 (10:00am - 3:00pm) Apr. 7 (9:00am - 5:00pm) Apr. 8 (8:00am - 4:00pm) Apr. 9 (10:00am - 3:00pm) Apr. 10 (10:00am - 6:00pm) Apr. 11 (10:00am - 6:00pm) Apr. 12 (10:00am - 4:00pm) Apr. 16 (10:00am - 3:00pm) Apr. 17 (8:00am - 8:00pm) Apr. 18 (8:00am - 8:00pm) Apr. 19 (8:00am - 4:00pm) Apr. 23 (3:00pm - 8:00pm) Apr. 24 (9:00am - 8:00pm) Apr. 30 (11:00am - 2:00pm) **enter via the main doors on York St.** The objectives of the Gallery program are: to create a beautiful, unique, and cultured atmosphere; provide compelling experiences for local, national, and international visitors; educate the public by presenting a series of diverse artworks created by local professional artists; and provide professional opportunities for local artists, including increased promotion, sales, and career enhancement. For more information about this project or inquiries regarding purchasing artworks, please contact the London Arts Council at info@londonarts.ca

Apply by Friday May 1, 2026 at 4:30pm ​ 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. Through a combination of live performance opportunities, professional coaching, brand development, and industry-focused workshops, the program replicates the early-career experience of a signed artist and prepares participants for the realities of today’s music industry. ​ Now in its fourth year, the LBMX Musicians Mentorship Program continues to strengthen London’s music ecosystem by helping emerging bands build professional experience, develop their artistic identity, and expand their industry networks.

We are looking for arts professionals and/or community members involved in the arts in London to serve as assessors in the evaluation of submissions to the Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP). Each assessor helps evaluate investment submissions, make decisions on who is awarded an investment, advise on priorities, and recommend dollar amounts for each investment. Call for Assessors has closed at this time.