Home Programs Emergence: Art & Equity Leading Social Change Emergence 2023 Schedule

DAY 1: SEPTEMBER 12
Indigenous Wisdom, Play, and Artful Connections

9:30-10:30 AM	REGISTRATION AND OPENING
10:45-11:45 AM	CONVERSATION Reclaiming Creativity: Reflecting on Our Societal Relationship with Art and its Influence on Mental Health Facilitators: Veronica Johnny and Melissa Foster Engage in dialogue to explore the cultural impact of art on mental well-being, addressing how hierarchical colonial perspectives have undervalued creative expression.
11:45 AM-3:00 PM	INTERACTIVE STATIONS Play, Make and Connect Discover and engage with our stations to find respite, inspiration, and creative connection.
12:00 AM-1:00 PM	LUNCH
1:00-1:30PM	MEDITATION & STRETCH
1:00 -2:00 PM	MENTORSHIP Mentorship Hives: Connecting Art, Play, and Professional Growth Facilitators: Julián Carvajal and Paddy Leung Through group sessions, you'll have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, exchange ideas, and receive guidance from both peers and mentors. WORKSHOPS The Power of Collaboration Facilitator: Paola Gomez, Muse Arts Delve into and reflect upon the principles of collaboration, its defining characteristics, while also gaining insights into the existing power dynamics within groups. Making your own Art Kit Facilitator: Karen Harkins, Clark Centre for the Arts Discover a fresh way to connect with people through an interactive storytelling adventure packed into a box! Felted Journeys Facilitator: Kat Singer A demonstration of felting techniques, discussing history, material ethics, mindfulness, and neurodivergence.
2:15-2:45 PM	MEDITATION & STRETCH
2:15-3:00 PM	PRESENTATION Legal Labs: Self Employment for Artists Receiving Income Support Facilitator: Glamma Kimaiyo, SKETCH Discover strategies to maximize income and asset exemptions tied to arts grants, empowering artists to earn and retain more without compromising social assistance supports. MENTORSHIP Mentorship Hives: Connecting Art, Play, and Professional Growth Facilitators: Julián Carvajal and Paddy Leung Through group sessions, you'll have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, exchange ideas, and receive guidance from both peers and mentors. WORKSHOPS The Power of Collaboration Facilitator: Paola Gomez, Muse Arts Delve into and reflect upon the principles of collaboration, its defining characteristics, while also gaining insights into the existing power dynamics within groups. Felted Journeys Facilitator: Kat Singer A demonstration of felting techniques, discussing history, material ethics, mindfulness, and neurodivergence.
3:15-4:00 PM	CLOSING AND NETWORKING

DAY 2: SEPTEMBER 13
Art as a Catalyst for Climate Action

9:00-9:45 AM	REGISTRATION AND WELCOME
9:45-10:15 AM	KEYNOTE ADDRESS Julius Lindsay, David Suzuki Foundation Gain an understanding of how art can serve as a potent instrument for conveying both the urgency of the climate crisis and the promise of sustainable solutions.
10:30-11:15 AM	PRESENTATION Exploring Culture's Role in Climate Action: CreativePEI a case study Presenter: Emma Bugg Uncover the potential of arts organizations in addressing climate change through a mixed methods approach and proposing a preliminary impact framework for wider application.
11:30 AM-12:30 PM	LUNCH
11:30 AM-12:00 PM	MEDITATION & STRETCH
12:30-1:30 PM	MENTORSHIP Mentorship Hives: Intersection of Climate Change and Art Facilitators: Aqua Nibii Waawaaskone and Jaene Castrillon Delve into how art can address climate challenges, discussing projects, sharing insights, and forging connections that cultivate both artistic and environmental growth.
12:45 AM-3:00 PM	INTERACTIVE STATIONS Play, Make and Connect Discover and engage with our stations to find respite, inspiration, and creative connection.
12:45-2:00	PANEL Harmonizing Art and Climate Action: Illuminating Pathways to a Sustainable Future Moderator: Nehal El-Hadi Panelists: Bonnie Devine, Vladimir Kanic, Adam Quang, Cole Swanson An engaging discussion that explores the dynamic interplay between artistic innovation and sustainability, shaping a greener future through the lens of creativity.
1:30-2:30 PM	MENTORSHIP Mentorship Hives: Intersection of Climate Change and Art Facilitators: Aqua Nibii Waawaaskone and Jaene Castrillon Delve into how art can address climate challenges, discussing projects, sharing insights, and forging connections that cultivate both artistic and environmental growth.
2:15-3:00 PM	ARTIST TALK Exploring Science and Art with Charmaine Lurch Delve into how art can address climate challenges, discussing projects, sharing insights, and forging connections that cultivate both artistic and environmental growth. GROUP DISCUSSION Unleash Action in Breakout Working Groups Discuss and innovate creative approaches to champion climate action. MEDITATION & STRETCH
3:15-4:00 PM	CLOSING AND NETWORKING