Our Programs and Services

We fuel artistic growth by creating opportunities and connections for artists and residents in Mississauga and beyond.

Our programs empower creatives by enhancing their artistic and entrepreneurial skills, expanding their audiences, and fostering connections across disciplines. We support all major arts disciplines through professional development, live performances, exhibitions, and contests – helping the local arts sector thrive.

Our focus:

  • • Supporting professional creatives across all disciplines
  • • Building engagement and participation in the arts
  • • Providing career development and business skills training
  • • Enhancing artists’ digital presence and online growth
  • • Offering accessible in-person and virtual events
A diverse group of people attentively listening at an Exprose event, sitting in a modern, sunlit space with large windows and an urban backdrop. Some attendees are taking notes while others are focused on the presentation.
Attendees at an Exprosé event organized by Caterina Sauro. Photo by Cheryl Paquin.

News and Updates:

MicroGrant Success: Matt Zaddy, Spring 2024

MicroGrant Success: Matt Zaddy, Spring 2024

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Matt Zaddy used his Spring 2024 Matchmaker MicroGrant to record, release, and market his latest sing…

MicroGrant Success: Mississauga Players, Fall 2023

MicroGrant Success: Mississauga Players, Fall 2023

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Mississauga Players used their Fall 2023 ArtsCare MicroGrant to produce the SWAP Senior Theatre Work…

A graphic with an image of a woman wearing headphones, smiling at a laptop to the left. To the right, text reads "Mississauga Arts Council. Matchmaker MicroGrants. Receive up to $3,000 in matching funds for your project! Deadline: Monday, October 6, 2025 at 5 PM. Apply at macarts.ca/microgrants" on top of a green background with a subtle pattern of dollar bills behind it.

MAC’s Fall 2025 Matchmaker MicroGrants

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Mississauga Arts Council’s (MAC) Fall 2025 MicroGrant Applications are Now Open. Submit your applica…

ARTIST CALL – Cranberry Christmas Market 2025

ARTIST CALL – Cranberry Christmas Market 2025

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Mississauga Arts Council's Cranberry Christmas Market is back! Apply to be a vendor at the curated 2…

A group of vocalists and instrumentalists perform on stage under a screen displaying an animated Middle Eastern street scene. A sculptural tree decorates the background.

MicroGrant Success: Ruba Zouzou, Fall 2024

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Ruba Zouzou used her Fall 2024 Mississauga Arts Council Matchmaker MicroGrant to produce their multi…

MicroGrant Success: Raul Pinto-Gallegos, Fall 2024

MicroGrant Success: Raul Pinto-Gallegos, Fall 2024

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Raul Pinto-Gallegos used his Fall 2024 Matchmaker MicroGrant to support a new run of El Gigante Egoi…

Past Programs:

A promotional image for "Martys HUB Reporter Jam," encouraging participants to share stories and experiences from Mississauga’s arts scene through video content and social media. The poster includes application details and a deadline of Monday, July 11.
A promotional poster for Sauga's Summer Songwriting Contest, presented by Mississauga Arts Council and Metalworks Studios. The design features a retro-style sunset with text inviting musicians to win a recording and mixing session at Metalworks Studios.
A digital-themed promotional image for the Mississauga Arts Council's "Artists Online: Transitioning to Digital Marketing Program." The design resembles a video recording interface, with text explaining that participants will learn scriptwriting, film basics, and create their own artist introduction video.
Promotional poster for "MAC Arts Cafe," an online open mic event hosted by Heather Christine. The event is streamed live on Facebook and YouTube, with a vibrant purple and pink design featuring a close-up image of a microphone.
Promotional poster for "Saying it with Flowers" art show and sale, presented by the Mississauga Arts Council at the Hyatt Place. Featuring Asma Mahmood, Frankie Flowers, and Aya Sugino, with a list of exhibiting artists. Event details: October 15, 2022, from 2 PM to 6 PM. The poster has floral designs framing the content.
Promotional image for "Sauga Music NOW," presented by Cats Cove Media and Mississauga Arts Council. The background features a spotlight effect with bold black text on a yellow and white color scheme.
A promotional poster for the TD Culture Lab's "Explore Publishing Workshop." Event dates are Saturday, April 17, and Friday, April 30. The background features books and a typewriter, with the TD, Mississauga Arts Council, Mississauga Writers Group and Courtney Park Writer's Group logos at the bottom.
Event poster for "Hazel: A Celebration 100 Years in the Making," a tribute to Hazel McCallion. The poster includes a photo of Hazel McCallion and event details such as the date, February 14, 2021, streaming live.
A logo for the Arts for Mental Health initiative, featuring the acronym "A4MH" in bold navy and red text with a red brushstroke across the number 4.
A promotional graphic for the MARTYS Holiday Arts Boutique, an online marketplace showcasing products and services from Mississauga creatives. The design features festive red tones with small holiday-themed icons.
Promotional graphic for "Rise Up Mississauga: Concert of Hope," happening on Friday, May 8, at 7 PM on the Mississauga Arts Council Facebook page. The design features a blue background with silhouetted hands reaching toward the stars.
A promotional poster for The Sweetheart’s Saloon event, featuring pop-country stars Alessia Cohle, Bree Taylor, and special guest Marshall Dane. The poster includes event details, a red background, and images of the featured artists.
A bold promotional poster for an "Open Mic Live!" event. The design features a vintage-style microphone on an orange background with black text.
Promotional poster for "MAC at West Edge" open mic and art gallery event, hosted by Wali Shah. The poster features a green background with an image of Wali Shah holding a microphone.