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Four women smile together in a brightly lit gallery space with large windows looking out onto snow-covered branches. Behind them is a piece of artwork with a night sky and star motifs.

MicroGrant Success: Shawish Market, Spring 2025

July 2, 2026June 30, 2026
Fashion, MicroGrant Winners, MicroGrants, Visual Arts

Amanda Bernard used her Matchmaker MicroGrant to transform Shawish Market (an online Indigenous Marketplace) into an in-person workshop & market experience.

Canada Council for the Arts Strategic Plan 2026–2031 graphic. Features the title "Together with the Arts" in pink blocks against a green background, with their vision statement text detailing the cultural, social, and economic benefits of thriving arts across Canada.

Sector News: Canada Council for the Arts Launches New 2026–2031 Strategic Plan

June 26, 2026June 26, 2026
Advocacy, News

The Canada Council has released its new five-year strategy, “Together with the Arts,” focused on renewed leadership, advocacy, and strengthening sector capacity.

And the Winners Are… 21 Local Artists Honoured at the Sold-Out 31st Mississauga Arts Awards (MARTYS)!

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026
Events, Media Releases, News, The MARTYS

Welcoming a sold-out crowd of 500 arts leaders and supporters, the 31st Mississauga Arts Awards (The MARTYS) took place on June 18, 2026, celebrating artistic excellence across all disciplines and recognizing the exceptional achievements of Mississauga’s vibrant arts community.

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MicroGrant Success: Asha Ponnachan, Spring 2025

June 17, 2026April 29, 2026
Film, MicroGrant Winners, MicroGrants

Asha Ponnachan used her Matchmaker MicroGrant to create the short film Comical Depression.

“Be Somebody Special” by Neddy wins 2026 Sauga’s Song of the Year Contest!

May 21, 2026May 21, 2026
50th Anthem Contest, Media Releases, Music, News

“Be Somebody Special” by Mississauga-based pop-folk recording artist, Neddy, is announced as the 2026 Sauga’s Song of the Year Contest!

TD Culture Lab: Artists Talking About Grants

May 14, 2026May 14, 2026
TD Culture Lab, TDCL Event

Join MAC and grant-writing veteran artists Manahil Bandukwala and Tennyson King to chat all things grants on June 10, 2026, from 7-8:30 PM.

Mississauga Arts Council’s triggers $145,800 in economic activity with Spring MicroGrant Funding

May 7, 2026May 7, 2026
Media Releases, MicroGrants, News, Programs, Sponsors

Mississauga Arts Council (MAC) is pleased to announce the 14 winners of their Spring 2025 MicroGrant Program!

A graphic titled "Build Your Creative Business" featuring a lightbulb, an artist’s hand with a palette, and a list of professional development tips for artists.

MicroGrant Success: Sandra Clarke 2022

May 1, 2026April 29, 2026
MicroGrant Winners

Sandra Clarke used her 2022 Matchmaker MicroGrant to research and curate artist resources. Her Artist Professional Development E-Book is available FREE of charge.