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With a foundation of compassion, Artcures is committed to making creative expression accessible and impactful, ensuring that everyone has access to self-discovery, growth, and overall well-being.

And it's not raining!
08/22/2026

And it's not raining!

This is creative fun. From the minds of youth. At Summerfolk Family Village.
08/22/2026

This is creative fun. From the minds of youth.
At Summerfolk Family Village.

Come visit Artcures Grey Bruce at Summerfolk in the Family Village.Come make your own bookmark or try to win one of ours...
08/21/2026

Come visit Artcures Grey Bruce at Summerfolk in the Family Village.
Come make your own bookmark or try to win one of ours by balancing a coin on a lemon.
City of Owen Sound
Community Foundation Grey Bruce

Earlier this year, Upwards Art Studio and Artcures collaborated to create a fundraising event from donated art supplies ...
08/18/2026

Earlier this year, Upwards Art Studio and Artcures collaborated to create a fundraising event from donated art supplies and artwork. From the selection of donated artwork, we found one of particular interest, and we are happy to regift this vintage print, “Evening on a Canadian Lake” by Frederic Re*****on (1861–1909), to the Great Lakes Métis Council in Owen Sound.
The original painting was created in 1905, inspired by Re*****on's own experiences canoeing on the St. Lawrence River. Two men and a dog drift quietly across the dark water in a birchbark canoe.
The men are wearing red sashes, an important part of voyageur clothing that became an enduring symbol of Métis culture and identity. And tucked inside the canoe is another remarkable detail: when the artwork was presented to the Great Lakes Métis Council, they immediately recognized the blanket as an original Hudson's Bay blanket, from the early period when these iconic trade blankets were made in simple red and black.
This artwork connects the voyageur and fur-trade era to the interconnected history of Indigenous, French-Canadian and Métis peoples throughout the Great Lakes region.
We are especially pleased that this artwork has found a home with the Great Lakes Métis Council, where its history can be recognized, appreciated and shared.

City of Owen Sound
Great Lakes Métis Council
Owen Sound River District
Upwards Art Studio
Herbert Pryke

Our mission at Artcures is simple: Art is for Everyone. We believe creativity should be accessible, inclusive, and visib...
08/05/2026

Our mission at Artcures is simple: Art is for Everyone. We believe creativity should be accessible, inclusive, and visible in everyday life. Through collaborative public art projects and community events, we create opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to express themselves, build confidence, and strengthen connections within our community.
One of our projects for 2027 is 'The Service Box Art Project'.

With the City's approval, Artcures has been granted permission to paint five service boxes located around the Owen Sound River District. This project represents the first phase of what we hope will become a larger public art initiative. By demonstrating the positive impact these installations can have on our streetscapes, we hope to expand the program in the future to include additional service boxes and electrical cabinets throughout the city and Grey County.

We are inviting community organizations to participate in this exciting public art initiative. To create a cohesive visual identity inspired by our location on the shores of Georgian Bay, teams will be asked to create their own unique artistic design with a shared colour palette of blue and white.

Artcures is also partnering with HAVE1.COM to develop a collection of durable, professionally produced wildlife stencils featuring species native to the Georgian Bay watershed. These recognizable local animals can be incorporated into each design, creating a visual thread that connects all five installations while celebrating the natural heritage of our region.

More than a beautification project, these service boxes will become symbols of community pride, collaboration, creativity, and inclusion. They will showcase the talents of local organizations, encourage residents and visitors to explore our neighbourhoods, and demonstrate how public art can create welcoming and engaging public spaces.

Three of the five boxes have found their teams.
We are excited to welcome St. Mary's High School, Owen Sound Little Theatre, and Grey Bruce Art Therapy.
If you would like to become a part of our project, email: [email protected]

We are designing a wave banner for upcoming events (maybe Summerfolk). We need your help to choose the favourite banner....
07/28/2026

We are designing a wave banner for upcoming events (maybe Summerfolk).
We need your help to choose the favourite banner.

Owen Sound River District
Roxy Theatre Owen Sound
City of Owen Sound
The Rumpus Room
Upwards Art Studio
Heartwood
Grey Gallery
Herbert Pryke
Artist Herbert Pryke

Artcures is excited to have another opportunity to bring creativity, community connection, and local pride into our shar...
07/24/2026

Artcures is excited to have another opportunity to bring creativity, community connection, and local pride into our shared spaces.

With support from the Owen Sound River District, Artcures has been given permission to transform several city service boxes into colourful works of public art—and we'd love for the community to help bring them to life.

We're looking for creative teams who would like to adopt a utility box and transform it into a unique work of art. Your team might be an existing community organization, a club, a neighbourhood group, coworkers, a family, classmates, a group of friends, or even a new team brought together simply because you enjoy creating together.

No artistic experience is necessary—just enthusiasm, imagination, and a willingness to collaborate. Artcures will provide the materials, guidance, and support to help every team succeed.

At this stage, we're simply looking to discover who might be interested. If you think your group would enjoy being part of this exciting community project, let us know in the comments, send us a message, or tag an organization or group that you think should be involved. Send your information to: [email protected]

Let's work together to make Owen Sound a little more colourful, one utility box at a time! 💙
City of Owen Sound Roxy Theatre Owen Sound The Rumpus Room
Reach Centre Grey Bruce Owen Sound River District Upwards Art Studio Owen Sound Community Artist Studio Tour Owen Sound Police Service

Thank you, Ken Bryson. Editor of Grey Bruce MOSAIC magazine for allowing us to share our dream of creating more space in...
07/23/2026

Thank you, Ken Bryson. Editor of Grey Bruce MOSAIC magazine for allowing us to share our dream of creating more space in the City of Owen Sound.
for creativity.
We are close to announcing our upcoming projects for 2027.
Another shout out for Community Foundation Grey Bruce and First United Church, Owen Sound, Ontario, Upwards Art Studio, and Upper Canada Stretchers for their support of our existing project.
Come out a see the trees at the Owen Sound River District.

Its disappointing that someone would want a pretty mundane sandwich board that promotes community contribution through c...
07/20/2026

Its disappointing that someone would want a pretty mundane sandwich board that promotes community contribution through creativity. My guess is the cable cutters that busted through the city's property cost a lot more than the sandwich board.
And now what? Wear it? Use it to advertise something else?
I put a small paint mark under one leg. 😉
Community Foundation Grey Bruce
First United Church, Owen Sound, Ontario
James OS Auditing

Owen Sound Celebrates Vibrant New Public Art Installation: It’s a Wrap – Peace Ribbon ProjectOwen Sound’s downtown core ...
07/15/2026

Owen Sound Celebrates Vibrant New Public Art Installation: It’s a Wrap – Peace Ribbon Project

Owen Sound’s downtown core is brighter today with the unveiling of a major community art installation created by more than 150 local residents. The project, titled “It’s a Wrap – Peace Ribbon Project,” transforms trees throughout the city with over 600 square feet of hand‑designed fabric, wrapped in joyful patterns, colours, and messages of hope.

Supported by a grant from Community Foundation Grey Bruce, the installation is part of an ongoing initiative led by Artcures, a local arts organization dedicated to making creativity accessible to everyone. The project invited people of all ages and backgrounds to contribute their own designs, resulting in a collective artwork that reflects the spirit, diversity, and imagination of Owen Sound.

“This installation proves that art doesn’t just belong in galleries — it belongs in the streets, in our public spaces, and in the hands of our community,” said organizers. “Every ribbon represents someone’s voice, someone’s creativity, and someone’s belief that art can bring people together.”

The Peace Ribbon Project is only the beginning. Artcures is already planning its next community‑driven installation and is inviting residents to participate, donate, and help shape what comes next.

Visitors can view the installation at various downtown locations, including the newly wrapped tree at Owen Sound City Hall. A QR code posted onsite allows supporters to contribute directly to future projects.

Art belongs to everyone — and Owen Sound has just proven it.

For more information or to support upcoming initiatives, visit Artcures.ca.

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