Month: April 2004

Ottawa artists not only struggle to find a place to show their work in Ottawa, but also struggle to get arts patrons interested in a city where many visitors and residents support federal institutions like the National Gallery over local ones.

In Ottawa, the Senators grab most of the headlines and public attention – but it may be the arts that actually provide the bigger economic boost.

Corporate sponsors say they want to contribute to Ottawa’s arts industry — but they expect the local government to support it as well.

Edmonton’s bustling arts district sits in the heart of the downtown. Ottawa could learn from Edmonton’s example, in the way it has developed and promoted its arts district . . .