ABOUT US
Mississauga Arts Council
The Mississauga Arts Council (MAC) is a registered charity dedicated to fostering the growth of the arts sector by cultivating creative opportunities and connections between artists and residents of Mississauga and beyond.
Since 1981, MAC has been dedicated to providing service-based programming to artists, funding artist-led programs, and growing awareness of the arts to build a vibrant and thriving cultural community.
$150,000
Paid directly to artists in 2025
517
Artists supported in 2025
98,000
Audience members engaged in 2025
Vision
Promote a thriving arts economy in Mississauga
Mission
Empower the arts economy by:
- Creating opportunities & capacity
- Connecting artists to audiences and each other
- Celebrating artist’s achievements
Values
MAC believes in the value of creative collaboration, facilitating partnerships, encouraging healthy competition between artists and strengthening creative communities.
Strategy
To provide arts-based programming to communities across our city by supporting artist-led enterprises and programs, to provide valuable communications and marketing services to individual creatives and groups, and to advocate for development of our city’s arts economy.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
MAC is committed to ensuring the value of diversity is upheld in everything that we do for our members, employees, volunteers, and the broader community. MAC welcomes and supports all people, regardless of ability, age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or beliefs. It is incumbent upon MAC staff and volunteers to share the responsibility of creating and maintaining an environment of mutual respect and support.
Empowering Mississauga’s Arts Economy
Create
MAC believes artists deserve the fair compensation and access to resources that build their professional growth. Through foundational funding and paid opportunities, we help creatives take risks, produce new work, and build careers in the arts right here in Mississauga.
Connect
MAC connects artists with residents, audiences, and each other to foster a community where everyone can experience arts and culture. By facilitating collaborations, partnerships, and professional development opportunities, we help artists grow while ensuring their work reaches and resonates with diverse communities.
Celebrate
By celebrating artists and amplifying their stories, MAC develops Mississauga’s cultural identity and helps artists feel seen and valued. We share these stories through our communications channels, highlight achievements through performance opportunities, host an annual award show that honours creativity.
Get Involved with MAC
Become a Member
For artists, organizations, and arts supporters.
MAC membership unlocks great benefits and gives you access to a network of artists and art supporters contributing to Mississauga’s vibrant arts sector.
Donate
Support our mission to help local artists thrive.
Give today to help artists access funding, professional development, and opportunities to earn a living wage.
Sponsor
Partner with MAC to make a visible impact in our community.
Partner with MAC in changing the lives of artists. Align your organization with a cause that supports arts and culture in your community.
MAC’s Annual Impact Reports
Each year MAC produces and published an Annual Report highlighting our key activities, our finances, and our strategies. These reports celebrate the accomplishments not only of MAC, but of our community of members who help MAC contribute to the thriving arts sector in Mississauga.
