The Canada Council for the Arts has just introduced “Together with the Arts,” their 2026–2031 Strategic Plan. This new five-year vision establishes three major directions for national arts funding and advocacy:
- Direction 1: Strengthen the resilience and well-being of the arts sector.
- Direction 2: Enable stronger connections between the arts and people.
- Direction 3: Enhance the benefits of the arts at home and abroad.
- A commitment to honouring and supporting the arts and cultures of Indigenous Peoples.
This is a very promising vision to guide renewed leadership in advocating for the benefits of the arts, while sharing vital knowledge to strengthen sector capacity.
Learn more and read the full strategic plan here: canadacouncil.ca/about/strategic-plan