Province of Ontario Council for the Arts (Ontario Arts Council)

Ministry

Tourism, Culture and Sport

URL

www.arts.on.ca

Address

121 BLOOR STREET EAST, 7TH FLOOR
TORONTO
M4W3M5

Phone

(416) 961-1660; 1-800-387-0058

Fax

(416) 961-7796

Background

Arts Council Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. A.30, s. 2 (opens a new window)

Function

The council's function is to promote the study, enjoyment and production of works in the arts. To accomplish this, it assists, cooperates with and enlists the aid of organizations with similar objectives. The council provides grants, scholarships or loans to Ontario residents to study or research the arts in Ontario or elsewhere, and to residents of Canada's other provinces and territories and of other countries to study or research the arts in Ontario. It makes awards to Ontario residents for outstanding accomplishments in the arts.

Membership

The Lieutenant Governor in Council appoints up to 12 members, including a Chair and Vice Chair.

Term

Members are appointed up to three years at the pleasure of the government.

Meetings

The council meets six times a year and members also serve on committees, meet with community groups and attend events. On average, members devote approximately two days a month to council business. Some travel across the province is required.

Remuneration

Appointees are eligible to receive expenses.

Appointments & Vacancies