We’re excited to announce the return of Creative Collingwood Symposium on Thursday November 13, an in-person event that brings together the vibrant, talented and diverse creative community that exists here in our region and beyond.
We’ll be hosting guest speakers Andrea Battersby and Geoff Doner, creators of Toronto art collective ‘Bureau of Power and Light‘ (BPL) who will walk us through the importance
of meaningful connections among artists and creatives by exploring the transformative power of community, collaboration, and cross-sectoral support.
This session will:
Through interactive discussion and shared experiences, you’ll leave with actionable strategies to cultivate a thriving, supportive arts ecosystem in your own communities.
Event Details:
5:00pm – Doors open/dinner pick-up (There will be a meat and vegetarian option – first come, first serve)
6:00pm – Keynote Speakers
Break
7:15pm – 8:30pm – Open space – lightly facilitated breakout groups that encourage connection and thought sharing.
We can’t wait to host you!
Date: Thursday November 13, 2025
Time: 5pm – 9pm
Location: Men with Knives – The Larder – 10 Ronell Crescent, Collingwood, ON L9Y 4J7
Investment: $20 – a tasty, boxed meal and non-alcoholic beverages included
Registration link: Click Here
The SBEC is excited to bring you this event in collaboration with the Town of Collingwood, and the Collingwood BIA.