ONTARIO CULTURE DAYS 2020
Ontario Culture Days is celebrating arts, culture, and heritage September 25 – October 25, 2020 and we can’t wait to share the inspiring creativity of artists and arts organizations throughout the province with you! Travel around Ontario without leaving your couch with the Day in the Life series, or take part in digital programs produced by our Creative Residents. There won’t be a dull moment all month long!
DAY IN THE LIFE – HAMILTON
Welcome to Hamilton, the heart of the golden horseshoe, and a hub of arts & culture programming, especially with Ontario Culture Days and SHIFT Festival both kicking off this week.
Storytime Adventures with Sage Tyrtle
Turn on your ears and get ready to go on an adventure as professional storyteller Sage Tyrtle tells you the tale of a tricky spider, a wise rabbit, and lots and lots of food.
Write Between Cultures with Justine Abigail Yu From Living Hyphen
Justine Abigail Yu, founder and editor-in-chief of “Living Hyphen” discusses her magazine which explores the experiences of people living in between cultures as hyphenated Canadians.
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stories & more
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The Eclectic Ballet Creole
I sat down with Patrick Parson and Yuhala Garcia to learn about Ballet Creole's origins, flare, and how it's transformed their lives.
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Three artists on how COVID-19 impacted their practices
The pandemic has inherently changed how artists across Ontario create their artwork
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Black Lives Matter Resources from Local Creators
Whether you’re looking for your next book club title or a list of films that will teach you about the past, here are a couple ways to help support and learn about Black artists and organizations in Ontario
Things to do
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You Can’t Stop the Beat: Music Makers and Where to Find Them
From virtual performances to educational resources, porch concerts, and drive-ins, there are lots of ways you can catch a VIP performance from your favourite musicians.
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The Great Ontario Cook-Off: Exploring Ontario Cuisine
Finding the best flavours from across the province
