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Ontario Arts Council

The Ontario Arts Council (OAC) is a publicly funded agency established in 1963 that plays a significant role in promoting and supporting the arts in Ontario, Canada. It delivers grants, services, awards, and programs to Ontario's artists and arts organizations across the province, fostering a thriving local arts sector. Emphasizing inclusivity and diversity, the OAC targets underserved communities, including those in northern and rural Ontario, people with disabilities, Indigenous communities, and newcomers to Canada. The Council also acts as a research hub, providing data and insights into the arts sector and contributing to public discourse on arts and culture in Ontario.

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Responses to petitions from Ontario Arts Council

As a public agency, the Ontario Arts Council welcomes feedback on our programs and initiatives. We regularly evaluate our work to ensure that we continue to meet the needs of an evolving and diverse arts sector. The petition, “Remove OAC restrictio...

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