ABOUT US
Acknowledgement
Wasagaming community Arts (WCA) is located in Treaty 2 Territory among people primarily of Anishinaabe, First Nations from treaties 2, 4, and 1. The town’s name, “Wasagaming” comes from the Anishinabi word, meaning “Clear Water”. We honour, acknowledge, and recognize Indigenous contributions to Riding Mountain National Park, the province, and Canada. We also acknowledge our responsibility to treat both the land and the diverse community who live here with care and respect.
Who are we?
Proudly serving the community since 1970, Wasagaming Community Arts is an incorporated not-for-profit registered charity with major activities devoted to our public art gallery highlighting artworks of Canadian and International artists. WCA Board advances relationships between artists and the public, nurturing a life-long appreciation of the arts among in person and virtual visitors.
MISSION
To build and connect community by fostering creativity, education, and opportunity. The Mission of WCA is achieved by following five values:
Community
Recognizing the diversity of Canadian peoples, WCA seeks to nurture and develop relationships with artists and visitors from multiple backgrounds.
-Increase inclusion of previously underserved populations
-Increase cultural awareness
Creativity
Foster engagement with the creative process as makers and viewers to contribute to a lifelong learning process.
Accessibility
Providing a vibrant safe space both within and outside the gallery to promote learning and creativity through arts and cultural activities for all visitors.
Resources
Using the resources available to us with a view to future generations and respect for the environment in which we live today. Education Strengthen understanding, cultural awareness, and community through programs, events, and partnership.
Education
Strengthen understanding, cultural awareness, and community through programs, events, and partnership.
110 Wasagaming Drive
R0J 1N0
Hours of Operation:
Closed for 2023 Season. See you in 2024!