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Membership

A strong voice for the arts in our creative community.

Membership is a powerful way to support the arts on Salt Spring Island. Be part of a growing community of artists, creative professionals, businesses and patrons of the arts.

As a Salt Spring Arts Council member, you will:

  • Be the first to access to artist calls;
  • Gain access to Salt Spring Arts Council programs including Grants + Awards, Artist in the Class, Showcase exhibits and more;
  • Be able to share your creative news – workshops, exhibits, etc – through our monthly e-newsletter;
  • Support arts education, public events and local cultural advocacy;
  • Help us build a rich and creative Island culture.

See membership types and details below.

Membership Types:

Membership is valid for one year from the date of purchase.

Participation in some programs, or selection for exhibition, is subject to acceptance of proposals or selection by jury.

INDIVIDUAL

$25 / annually

  • Free SSAC Directory Listing
  • Participate in a wide array programs (exhibitions, professional development, marketing, workshop facilitation, etc)
  • Apply for Arts Council Grants & Awards
  • Eligibility to exhibit at Artcraft, Artcraft Winter or the Spring Art Show
  • Receive discounts on SSAC events and workshops
  • Be the first to find out about creative opportunities and events
  • Enjoy discount Artcraft shopping at Membership Events
  • List your workshops, events and exhibits with monthly SSA e-Newsletter
  • Reduced rental rates for Mahon Hall
  • Vote at the Annual General Meeting

ORGANIZATION, GUILD or BUSINESS

$50 / annually

  • Free SSAC Directory Listing
  • Apply for Arts Council Grants & Awards
  • List your cultural workshops, events and exhibits with monthly SSA e-Newsletter
  • Negotiate discounts on SSAC events and workshops for group members
  • Be the first to find out about creative opportunities and events
  • Reduced rental rates for Mahon Hall
  • Collaborate with SSAC to support your organizational needs

STUDENT

$10 / annually

  • A student must be currently enrolled in a primary, middle or secondary school on Salt Spring island
  • Free SSAC Directory Listing
  • Apply for Arts Council Grants & Awards
  • List your cultural workshops, events and exhibits with monthly SSAC e-Newsletter
  • Be the first to find out about creative opportunities and events

Want to support Salt Spring Arts?

The Salt Spring Arts Council fosters community vitality through the arts. Our leadership and programs create opportunities for growth through education, cooperation, connection and advocacy. Your membership strengthens the arts in our community.