St. Catharines recognized as Top Participating Community by Culture Days |
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Each year, Culture Days recognizes communities across Canada for their dedication and efforts with the Top Participating Communities list. For the first time, the list encompasses and denotes both in-person and online events, and St. Catharines is featured on both!
A massive thank you and congratulations to all involved!
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Online, there were hundreds of Culture Days activities to engage with. St. Catharines topped this year's list nationally for most virtual activities offered. |
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St. Catharines returned to in-person programming this year with performances and workshops, ranking in the top ten nationally for most activities offered by mid-size cities. |
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Arts Awards celebrated 20 nominees last week |
The 2022 Arts Awards were held virtually on Nov. 29. The event was hosted by Deanna Jones and featured performances from Strong Water Singers and nominees, Jonathan Moore, Carousel Players and Willow Arts Community. |
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Dr. Rachel Rensink-Hoff
Arts in Education Award
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Kathryn Sinopoli
Emerging Artist Award
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Amy Friend
Established Artist Award
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Emily Oriold
Making a Difference Award
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Monica Dufault
Jury's Pick Award
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Frank Goldspink
Patron of the Arts Award
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St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program |
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Rounds three and four program funding approved
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St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program (SCCIP) is designed to support the creative sector and strengthen the overall cultural ecosystem in the City of St. Catharines. The program invests in new music, arts and cultural activities to revitalize our downtown and enhance our public life in the community.
The applications to the Arts Development and Culture Builds Community Programs and Sustaining - Festival Program were reviewed by the SCCIP Review Committee. Their recommendations, totaling $97,584, were approved by Council on Nov. 28.
Arts Development Program
Culture Builds Community Program
Sustaining – Festival Program
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Culture Days 2023 to take place September 22 - October 15 |
Culture Days 2023 will once again offer three-weeks of coming together through arts and culture to celebrate the creativity of communities across the country. Information about Culture Days Activity Program funding for local artists, businesses or organizations who wish to run a Culture Days activity in St. Catharines will be available in the new year.
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Let it Glow brightens the holidays in St. Catharines |
Let It Glow – A Celebration of Light is a family-friendly, outdoor festival featuring interactive light installations, entertainment, winter workshops, and more.
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The Mighty Niagara Film Fest (MNFF) presents films made about or in Niagara, by filmmakers with connections to the region, as well as films that are considered of interest to Niagara audiences.
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A Local Gift Shopping Event by Ruby Red Beautiful and Cozy Bones.
Dec. 7 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Fine Grind Cafe, Mahtay Cafe and Ruby Red Beautiful will be hosting markets with handmade and hand-curated vendors.
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Carousel Players 'What’s So Funny?'
Pyjama Party Performance, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. A lighthearted new play about three characters who need to learn how to accept each other's differences, share space together, and ultimately leave behind a better place for those coming after them.
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POPS! 2: Christmas Caravan
Niagara Symphony Orchestra's festive holiday concert features seasonal favourites, global music-inspired classics, and original music by 3-time JUNO Award nominated Sultans of String. Dec. 10 and 11.
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SMALL FEATS
Online Dec. 15 to Dec. 17
Over one hundred NAC Member artists are creating sweet square-foot works of art for Niagara’s largest (online) art sale frenzy set to take place just in time for the holidays.
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Chorus Niagara presents Welcome Christmas on Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Delight in a festive celebration of one of the world’s most legendary saints.
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Twilight Jazz Series – Christmas Guitar Magic with James Bryan and Emma Rush, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m. Presented by the TD Niagara Jazz Festival in partnership with the Mahtay Cafe.
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Bravo Niagara! TD Jazz Series – The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m. “The Most Explosive Force in Jazz” and winner of 19 Grammy Awards, performs A Very Swingin’ Basie Christmas with special guest vocalist Carmen Bradford.
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Dec. 18 at 3 p.m. Glissandi and Guy Bannerman with 'Celtic Yuletide' Celtic folklore, tales, and traditions intertwined with festive music to lift your holiday spirits. Pay-what-you-choose ticket option as part of Gallery Players' accessibility initiative.
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‘Songs of the Holidays’ is a special musical night filled with Christmas cheer, brimming with your favourite holiday music classics! It is sure to usher in the holiday weekend for you and yours. Friday, Dec. 23 at 7:30 p.m.
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We want to help you get the word out about your upcoming arts and culture events, programs or helpful resources. Email us at: culture@stcatharines.ca. |
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The Cultural Services office is a division of the City of St. Catharines' Community, Recreation and Culture Services department. Cultural Services focuses on public art, community development, planning, and policy related to arts and culture in the City of St. Catharines. |
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