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Joni Hamlin Programming and Operations With over 30 years of experience in event management, volunteer coordination, and office administration, Joni Hamlin is dedicated to fostering a thriving and inclusive arts community in Ottawa. As the Programming and Operations Manager at Arts Ottawa, she oversees a diverse portfolio of initiatives, including donation campaigns, membership engagement, program development, and both small and large-scale event management. Her expertise lies in bringing people together—artists, donors, community leaders, and arts supporters—to create meaningful experiences that celebrate and sustain the arts. Whether managing logistics for major events like the Arts Ottawa Awards, coordinating co-creation programs, or building relationships with equity-deserving communities, she is committed to ensuring every initiative runs smoothly and makes a lasting impact.

Terms and Conditions Terms & Conditions These terms and conditions (the "Terms and Conditions") govern the use of www.artsottawa.ca (the "Site"). This Site is owned and operated by Arts Ottawa. This Site is an arts organization. By using this Site, you indicate that you have read and understand these Terms and Conditions and agree to abide by them at all times. Intellectual Property All content published and made available on our Site is the property of Arts Ottawa and the Site's creators. This includes, but is not limited to images, text, logos, documents, downloadable files and anything that contributes to the composition of our Site. Links to Other Websites Our Site contains links to third party websites or services that we do not own or control. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third party website or service linked to on our Site. It is your responsibility to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of these third party websites before using these sites. Limitation of Liability Arts Ottawa and our directors, officers, agents, employees, subsidiaries, and affiliates will not be liable for any actions, claims, losses, damages, liabilities and expenses including legal fees from your use of the Site. Indemnity Except where prohibited by law, by using this Site you indemnify and hold harmless Arts Ottawa and our directors, officers, agents, employees, subsidiaries, and affiliates from any actions, claims, losses, damages, liabilities and expenses including legal fees arising out of your use of our Site or your violation of these Terms and Conditions. Applicable Law These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario. Severability If at any time any of the provisions set forth in these Terms and Conditions are found to be inconsistent or invalid under applicable laws, those provisions will be deemed void and will be removed from these Terms and Conditions. All other provisions will not be affected by the removal and the rest of these Terms and Conditions will still be considered valid. Changes These Terms and Conditions may be amended from time to time in order to maintain compliance with the law and to reflect any changes to the way we operate our Site and the way we expect users to behave on our Site. We will notify users by email of changes to these Terms and Conditions or post a notice on our Site. Contact Details Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Our contact details are as follows: info@artsottawa.ca Effective Date: 6th day of January, 2025

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Brooklyn Marok Digital Engagement & Design As the Digital Engagement & Design Coordinator for Arts Ottawa, Brooklyn plays a key role in connecting the local arts community. She is the primary point of contact for sharing exciting events and opportunities, helping to amplify these initiatives through our social media, website, and newsletters. Her goal is to strengthen and foster a more inclusive, connected arts ecosystem in Ottawa. Brooklyn manages the organization’s social media, so if you message us, you’re likely chatting with her! Additionally, she handles the creation of graphics, ensuring our visual identity reflects the vibrancy of our community. Brooklyn supports all communications efforts to maintain clear, engaging messaging that keeps the arts community informed, involved, and excited about what's happening in Ottawa.

Neighbourhood Arts Ottawa Photo: Claudia Salguero

Arts Ottawa becomes a member of Ottawa's Nightlife Council Ottawa Nightlife Council Arts Ottawa becomes a member of Ottawa's Nightlife Council Arts Ottawa has a seat among the 18-member City of Ottawa's Nightlife Council, as a representative from one of the six local organizations actively engaged in Ottawa’s nightlife economy. The Nightlife Economy Action Plan was adopted by City Council in 2023. The Nightlife Council will provide the Nightlife Commissioner Office with feedback on the commercial and cultural vibrancy of Ottawa’s nightlife economy and the advancement of nightlife management best practices, policies, safety programs, and promotion. Learn More

Alex Maltby Programming & Partnerships Alex is a musician, arts administrator and programmer, living and working on unceded Algonquin Anishnaabe territory. He has played an active role in the local music and arts scene for nearly two decades, with a focus on community engagement, equity, and relationship building. At Arts Ottawa, Alex collaborates with various interest holders to develop and expand programs and strategic partnerships that support Ottawa's arts community. Past artistic experience includes programming and performing at renowned festivals across Canada, such as Pop Montreal, Megaphono, Bluesfest, CityFolk, Westfest, Arboretum Arts Festival, Ottawa International Animation Festival, as well as participating in international events like PATIOS in León, Spain.

Arts Ottawa Awards Photo: Eric Reid Historically, at this time of year, the former organization, Ottawa Arts Council, would issue a call to applicants for a springtime award ceremony. Given our transition with the merger, that timeline needs to be moved to later in the year. We also see this shift as a coveted opportunity: Ottawa Arts Council has hosted these awards for 35 years, and we believe it's time to reflect and adapt to the value in today's arts and culture sector. This shift in timing offers us the time to secure community feedback on the program. And, as with our merger process (and in line with the new governance model with Arts Ottawa) the community's voice, and those of our invested partners, will be asked to help us shape its new vision. We would value your participation at our February edition of Open Office Hours , taking place online on February 28th from 12 pm-1 pm to reflect on the awards' impact, explore how they align with today’s arts sector, and co-design the next chapter of Arts Ottawa’s awards. TIMELINE In February we'll announce a community co-design of Arts Awards. This will include a survey and call for interest in participating in the conversation. On February 28 you're invited to attend the Open Office Hours online discussion on the future of the Arts Awards From March-June we'll take those findings and host interest-holder roundtables and potential learning labs and co-design the next chapter of Arts Ottawa’s awards. In August, we'll report the results of the community co-design process and our collective decisions on the 2025 award process We are holding space for an event in the fall as a potential awards date. View the past Art Awards information and details Your opinions and feedback will be instrumental in our better understanding of how things should move forward. This is your chance to help shape the future of arts recognition in Ottawa.

Stay informed and inspired with the latest arts industry news and opportunities for artists in Ottawa. Your go-to resource for local arts community updates. Industry News & Opportunities Find arts opportunities including calls to artists, auditions, learning, funding, residencies, items for sale and so much more! News Item Placeholder News Item Description Read the Full Story Opportunities at the OAG Check out the Ottawa Art Gallery for current job openings and opportunities. View Opportunities Coming Soon! Check back soon for arts industry news and opportunities. submit industry news Do you have Ottawa-based arts news or an opportunity you would like to share? Contact us to have your opportunity featured on this page. Contact Us

Membership Arts Ottawa strongly believes in solidarity and supporting our community. We honour our values of inclusivity and accessibility by offering a Pay-What-You-Choose Membership. When you become a member, you will receive access to our membership platform hosted on Member365. Here you can view and access our member benefits, register to all Arts Ottawa's upcoming events, apply to programs and be a part of our Members Network. Photo: Shannon Hawn Why become a member? Arts Ottawa serves its Membership through advocacy, arts engagement, resources and connections to local arts. By listening to our Members, we can act on behalf of and for the greater arts community in Ottawa. Interested artists, performers, cultural workers, businesses, organizations and the general public are invited to join our Network and get involved! Membership Types Individual For artists and cultural workers Sign up for an Individual Membership here Eligibility Artists at all levels of their careers are eligible for membership within Arts Ottawa, and are encouraged to join to reap the benefits. Membership is open to all artistic disciplines. An Individual Membership with Arts Ottawa is an investment in a stronger Ottawa cultural sector. Benefits that members receive include boardroom rentals, professional development, advocacy and advisory services, and promotional opportunities. Membership Benefits Individual Supporter For any member of the community Sign up for an Individual Supporter Membership here Eligibility An Individual Supporter Membership is for a person who wishes to support Arts Ottawa and the Ottawa arts community and invest in a stronger Ottawa cultural sector. Benefits that members receive include boardroom rentals, professional development, advocacy and advisory services, and promotional opportunities. Membership Benefits Organization For artistic or cultural organizations Sign up for an Organization Membership here Eligibility Membership is open to all artistic or cultural organizations. An Organization Membership within Arts Ottawa is an investment in a stronger Ottawa cultural sector. Benefits that members receive include boardroom rentals, professional development, advocacy and advisory services, and promotional opportunities. Fee structure for Organization Memberships Membership Benefits Organization Supporter For non-arts-mandated organizations and businesses Sign up for an Organization Supporter Membership here Eligibility An Organization Supporter Membership is for businesses who wish to support Arts Ottawa and the Ottawa arts community, and invest in a stronger Ottawa cultural sector. Benefits that members receive include boardroom rentals, professional development, advocacy and advisory services, and promotional opportunities. Fee structure for Organization Memberships Membership Benefits

Embedding artists to solve civic challenges Artist in Residence in Government Embedding artists to solve civic challenges Photo: Olivia Onuk

Takeover our Instagram and showcase your work! Call to Artists - Artist Takeovers Takeover our Instagram and showcase your work!