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EC3 is an arm’s-length, non-profit mandated by the City of Peterborough to champion the development of the arts and culture for the City and County of Peterborough. https://ec3ptbo.carrd.co/ #artsptbo

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Register now to guarantee your spot in our upcoming FREE professional development workshop “Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application!” Link to register: tinyurl.com/28en4svv, and the registration link can also be found in our bio.
November 11, 2025 at 7:24 PM
November 6, 2025 at 8:54 PM
EC3 Shares CAC's Update: “The Canadian Arts Coalition applauds elements of Budget 2025, which includes increased support for cultural and media programs, and stated recognition of the importance of arts, culture, and heritage to Canada’s economy, social fabric and identity.”
November 6, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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Attend these upcoming public forums to speak up on the importance of the arts in tourism!

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Tourism Strategy Engagement: Community Cafes
Community Cafés are a space for residents to provide input on the vision and priorities of tourism in Peterborough, and to share thoughts on the city’s tourism assets.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Applications are now open for the City’s Community Grants program. Applications close on December 3rd. The program provides financial assistance to non-profit, community-based organizations that provide direct programs, services, or activities.

Apply online: peterborough.ca/CommunityGrants
November 6, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Follow this link for more information on the upcoming workshop and registration: www.eventbrite.ca/e/yes-you-ca...
Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application!
Presented by Public Energy Performing Arts, the Electric City Culture Council and the Ontario Arts Council
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November 5, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application!

This Grant Writing Workshop is presented in partnership with Public Energy, Electric City Culture Council, and Ontario Arts Council.

When: Thursday, November 27th, 6:00pm

Where: Artspace, 3-378 Aylmer Street North, Peterborough
Read our latest Bulletin on our upcoming professional development program: us6.campaign-archive.com?u=556d040c55...
November 5, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Read our latest Bulletin on our upcoming professional development program: us6.campaign-archive.com?u=556d040c55...
November 5, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Attend these upcoming public forums to speak up on the importance of the arts in tourism!

www.peterborough.ca/news/posts/l...
Tourism Strategy Engagement: Community Cafes
Community Cafés are a space for residents to provide input on the vision and priorities of tourism in Peterborough, and to share thoughts on the city’s tourism assets.
www.peterborough.ca
November 5, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Speak up for arts funding! ✍️📣💵

See you tonight at 6pm, Healthy Planet Arena! It is extremely important that members of the public speak to the value of funding the arts.

In-person discussions with Counsellors and City staff are an excellent way to make your voice heard during this critical moment.
November 5, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Speak up for the arts! ✍️📣💵

A public meeting with a brief presentation on the Draft Budget followed by an opportunity for residents to speak with City staff will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 in the Banquet Hall at Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd.
November 5, 2025 at 6:53 PM
City Council and City staff will begin public meetings on the 2026 draft budget as soon as November 3rd, 2025.

Speak up for arts funding!

It is extremely important that members of the public attend these meetings and speak to the value of funding the arts.
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Read our latest Bulletin: Upcoming 2026 City Budget Consultations & Meetings ✍️💵📣
Upcoming 2026 City Budget Consultations & Meetings
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October 28, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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Read our latest Bulletin: Upcoming 2026 City Budget Consultations & Meetings ✍️💵📣
Upcoming 2026 City Budget Consultations & Meetings
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October 28, 2025 at 8:34 PM
The deadline for this survey was extended to October 31st, get your survey done ✅
October 28, 2025 at 8:30 PM
For every dollar the OAC invests, $25 in total revenues are generated by funded arts organizations. See the 2025 "Arts Across Ontario" report: www.arts.on.ca/oac/media/oa...
October 28, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Get your tickets to Footnote To Freedom now! tickets.markethall.org/eventperform...
October 28, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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This November, make it a night to remember at The Nutcracker Circus! Whether you’re planning a magical family outing, a special date night, or an evening surrounded by the timeless beauty of Tchaikovsky’s beloved music, this show has something for everyone.
October 22, 2025 at 8:13 PM
This is a free event and all are welcome!

For more information, please email aging@trentu.ca
This year’s lecture features Dr. Henderson, presenting “Unscripting Age: Challenging Cultural Ageism through Theatre and Performance.”
 
Join us as Dr. Henderson explores how theatre reimagines and challenges cultural stereotypes of aging through creativity, performance, and embodied storytelling.
The Trent Centre for Aging & Society (TCAS) is hosting the Stephen Katz Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Interdisciplinary Aging Studies Lecture on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 at 6:30 PM in the Ernest and Florence Benedict Gathering Space (Gzowski College, ENW 102, Trent University).
October 22, 2025 at 2:20 PM
This year’s lecture features Dr. Henderson, presenting “Unscripting Age: Challenging Cultural Ageism through Theatre and Performance.”
 
Join us as Dr. Henderson explores how theatre reimagines and challenges cultural stereotypes of aging through creativity, performance, and embodied storytelling.
The Trent Centre for Aging & Society (TCAS) is hosting the Stephen Katz Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Interdisciplinary Aging Studies Lecture on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 at 6:30 PM in the Ernest and Florence Benedict Gathering Space (Gzowski College, ENW 102, Trent University).
October 22, 2025 at 2:19 PM
The Trent Centre for Aging & Society (TCAS) is hosting the Stephen Katz Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Interdisciplinary Aging Studies Lecture on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 at 6:30 PM in the Ernest and Florence Benedict Gathering Space (Gzowski College, ENW 102, Trent University).
October 22, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Indigenous performing and visual artists are invited to apply for the 2026 Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival, the first and only Indigenous Fringe.

NIFF staff are happy to help with applications indigenousfringefest@gmail.com.

Deadline is January 10, 2026.

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Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival (NIFF)
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October 21, 2025 at 3:49 PM
See our latest Bulletin here! 📝

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Thank You Artsweek 2025 Funders & Sponsors!

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October 14, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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Take The Survey at this link!
October 14, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Take the Making It Work Survey by October 27th! @workinculture

Making It Work 2025 is here to capture where we are now, and chart the path forward.

Whether you're an independent artist, work for a cultural organization, or run a creative business, your experience informs the future of our sector.
October 8, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Info on Artsweek’s final event this upcoming Sunday, Soul Buffet 📝 [paper and pencil emoji] artsweekpeterborough.ca/artsweek-202...
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October 3, 2025 at 6:55 PM