OUR WORK
what we do and why it matters.
The Centre for Cultural Futures Canada helps strengthen the cultural sector by supporting people and organizations working in arts, culture, and heritage—especially in rural, remote, and underrepresented communities.
what we do
why it matters
Culture builds belonging, identity, and well-being—but many communities face barriers to sustaining cultural work.
We work to ensure all communities have the opportunity to contribute to and benefit from cultural life. This matters not only for local impact, but for the future of culture across Canada.
our approach
We center lived experience, local priorities, and shared learning. We don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we work with and for cultural practitioners, community leaders, and organizations to share tools, ideas, and models that reflect the realities of rural and community-based cultural work.
our purpose
To advance education in the fields of culture, heritage, and the arts by providing workshops, training, online courses, and public learning resources for individuals and organizations working in the cultural sector, with a particular focus on rural, remote, and equity-deserving communities;
To promote the preservation, appreciation, and understanding of cultural and heritage practices through co-created community-based initiatives, community-centered research, and knowledge sharing;
To support the capacity-building of small and mid-sized arts, culture and heritage organizations by developing and delivering publicly accessible educational resources, mentorship programs, and strategic guidance;
To conduct and share research into the needs, conditions, and opportunities facing the cultural sector in Canada, with a focus on inclusive policy development, rural cultural sustainability, and equitable access to cultural participation;
To facilitate collaboration and dialogue across cultural institutions, community groups, and public audiences to foster social cohesion, intercultural understanding, and community wellbeing through shared cultural experiences.
core program pillars
The Centre for Cultural Futures Canada supports a thriving, equitable cultural sector by building capacity, sharing knowledge, and creating space for collaboration. Our work helps rural, remote, and under-represented and equity-deserving communities sustain meaningful cultural practices, strengthen local impact, and shape a more inclusive future for culture in Canada.
