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MAC MEMBERSHIP

Join MAC’s creative community

Mississauga Arts Council (MAC) membership unlocks great benefits, career development opportunities, and gives you access to a network of artists and art supporters building a thriving and vibrant cultural sector in Mississauga. Our community members are actively involved in shaping the direction and growing the momentum of the arts in Mississauga.

Membership is open to all artistic disciplines, and MAC welcomes arts supporters, non-artists, and patrons to become members and support the work of our artist community.

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“As an artist, I can’t say enough about how supportive MAC is! They are always providing opportunities, guidance and support. MAC is a treasure for Mississauga artists!”

KHAULA SIDDIQUE, VISUAL ARTIST
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“One of my first ever spoken word performances in this community was run by MAC. I am honoured and proud to be from this community and to represent Mississauga.”

WALI SHAH, POET & MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER
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“Connecting with other artists in this vibrant community and being a part of MAC is a special part of my life, and I don’t take it for granted.”

CAT BERNARDI, JAZZ VOCALIST

Individual Membership Plans

Student/Senior

$30/yr


Free artist profile on SaugaArtsHUB.com (SAH)

Promotion of your events and artist calls in HUB Highlights newsletter and on the SaugaArtsHUB.com calendar

Opportunity to be featured in an Artist Spotlight in HUB Highlights and/or SAH social media channels

Eligibility to win a MARTY Award

Subsidized tickets to attend the MARTY Awards

1 voting attendee at MAC’s Annual General Meeting per year

Discounts at local businesses*

Individual

$40/yr


Free artist profile on SaugaArtsHUB.com (SAH)

Promotion of your events and artist calls in HUB Highlights newsletter and on the SaugaArtsHUB.com calendar

Opportunity to be featured in an Artist Spotlight in HUB Highlights and/or SAH social media channels

Eligibility to win a MARTY Award

Subsidized tickets to attend the MARTY Awards

1 voting attendee at MAC’s Annual General Meeting per year

Discounts at local businesses*

Individual Plus

$60/yr

Everything in Individual PLUS

One (1) Reel produced by MAC about your art or your creative event per year to be shared on Sauga Arts HUB’s social channels

30-minute career consultation with any MAC staff member (MAC will connect you to the most appropriate person or partner you with an industry professional to fit your needs best)

Click here to join or renew your Individual, Individual Plus, or Student/Senior Membership.

*We are continually working to increase benefits to membership at the Mississauga Art Council and partnering with local businesses to offer benefits to MAC members.

Organization/Business Plans Membership Plans

Groups with operating budgets under $100,000

$60/yr

Groups with operating budgets between $100,000 and $1,000,000

$100/yr

Groups with operating budgets over $1,000,000

$150/yr

All Organization/Business Memberships Include:

Free artist profile on SaugaArtsHUB.com to promote your group or business

Have a creative space for rent? Get added to the Creative Places directory!

Promotion of your events and artist calls in HUB Highlights newsletter and on the SaugaArtsHub.com calendar

One (1) Reel produced by MAC about your art or your creative event per year to be shared on Sauga Arts HUB’s social channels

1-hour business consultation with MAC’s Executive Director per year (MAC can also connect you to the most appropriate MAC staff or partner you with an industry professional to fit your needs best)

Subsidized tickets to MARTY Awards

1 voting attendee at MAC’s Annual General Meeting per year

Matchmaking/referral service to connect you to local artists for your projects and events

Discounts at local businesses*

Click here to join or renew your Business, Organization, or Group Membership.

*We are continually working to increase benefits to membership at the Mississauga Art Council and partnering with local businesses to offer benefits to MAC members.

How We Power Mississauga’s Arts Community

Growing Artists’ Careers


Professional Development:
We listen to our members to provide the most useful and timely professional development webinars, workshops, and seminars at no or low cost

Work Opportunities:
MAC shares artist calls and opportunities regularly via SaugaArtsHUB.com and our newsletters. We put our members first for opportunities with local organizations and businesses

Recognizing Artistic Excellence:
We produce the Mississauga Arts Awards, the most comprehensive awards program in Canada, delivering career-altering recognition for outstanding artists 

Visibility and Reach


Sauga Arts HUB:
MAC manages SaugaArtsHUB.com, Mississauga’s go-to website for local arts, putting our member artists in front of 6,000+ every month

Bringing Artists to the Public:
Through Sauga Arts HUB, members have full access to an artist profile in a searchable directory, sharing their news on our calendar, and being featured in our newsletter

Marketing & Promotion:
Our Sauga Arts HUB platforms share our members’ news to the public, reaching 104,603 people in 2025, along with 7,600 newsletter subscribers

Funding & Advocacy

Advocacy:
MAC advocates for the best interests of local artists at the municipal, provincial, and federal levels

Funding:
We generate funds for artist-led projects via Charitable Gaming volunteering, enabling MAC to fund dozens of MicroGrant projects. We seek out and win grants that fund new creative works and initiatives.

Sector Development: We invest in the long-term health of Mississauga’s arts scene, ensuring a “vibrant and thriving” cultural sector for years to come.

Your Voice Matters to MAC

MAC doesn’t just work for you; we work with you. As a member, you help shape your local arts scene by:

  • Participating in surveys and focus groups
  • Voting at our Annual General Meeting
  • Connecting with peers, staff, and board members at member and community events
  • Sharing feedback on what you need to succeed in your arts career
  • Updating your profile and sharing your events and arts news on our Sauga Arts HUB platform

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Exclusive Member Perk:
Auto & Home Insurance with Insuranceland

Mississauga Art Council members are eligible for exclusive savings on their Auto and Home insurance with Insuranceland.

Local & family-owned, Insuranceland is committed to helping clients understand what coverage they need at the best price possible.


Get a free quote or learn more about this deal by contacting Slavica Bissylas:
905-238-0668 EXT 2231
slavica@insuranceland.ca