Our Space
Presqu’ile
Captures the geographical and historical essence of our community while attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
Waddling
Honours the founder of the original BAC and celebrates all that has been achieved in the name of arts and culture within our community.
Arts Centre
Encourages arts practice, inspires creativity and experiences, and provides facilities for workshops, gallery space for members, venues for performances, and educational facilities — all for arts-interested people in the community. It is not just a building space for the exhibition of art.
Together, Presqu’ile Waddling Arts Centre honours the past, celebrates the present and inspires the future.
The purpose of PWAC is to:
- Nurture artists, promote their work, and increase exposure to the public, collectors, media, and cultural institutions
- Exhibit and sell the work of Brighton Arts & Culture Council members Offer educational programs, workshops, and special events
- Serve as a welcoming gathering place that fosters connection, collaboration, and shared cultural experiences
- Attract tourists and visitors to Brighton, supporting local businesses, increasing artist exposure, and contributing to economic growth
PWAC serves:
- Members of the Brighton Arts & Culture Council
- The broader Brighton community
A Member-Driven Centre
The Presqu’ile Waddling Arts Centre will rely on the passion, talent, and commitment of its members—from the artwork showcased on the walls to the day-to-day planning and operation of a sustainable, community-driven arts centre.
Get Involved
We invite you to join our vibrant arts community. Whether you have time to give, want to support our mission, or have an idea to share, there are many ways to play a part in Brighton's cultural growth and community programming.
Volunteer
Become a Member
Supporter of the Arts
Help us bring local arts to life by assisting with events or staffing the Presqu'ile Waddling Arts Centre.
Directly support our mission and enjoy exclusive benefits while connecting with our artistic community.
Become a non-artist supporter of the BACC and help support our mission within our community.
Membership
Become a Member
Support local arts and enjoy exclusive benefits as a Brighton Arts & Culture Council member.
Core Membership Benefits
As a member in good standing, you can enjoy the benefits of exposure and access through our programs and services. Core benefits include:
- Invitations and member rates on workshops, programs and events offered by BACC
- First to know about BACC events and our thriving arts and cultural sector
- Networking opportunities with peers, patrons, sponsors and donors
- Artist referral service
- Subscription to our email communications
- Access to our Members Only webpage
- Invitation to nominate candidates for the Annual Arts Appreciation Awards
- Invitation and voting privileges at our Annual Members Meeting
- Opportunity to display at the Presqu'ile Waddling Arts Centre (Artists)
- Opportunity to volunteer staff hours at the Presqu'ile Waddling Arts Centre
General Membership
$50 / year
Everything in Core Membership, plus:
- Inclusion in the online Artist Directory
- Artist Profile webspace to share artwork and contact information
- Opportunity to showcase artwork at Presqu'ile Waddling Arts Centre (one‑month rentals)
- Opportunity to instruct BACC workshops
- Invitations for submissions to members‑only shows, exhibitions and events
- Promotion of your events on social media (Facebook, Instagram)
- Access to BACC members‑only Facebook group
- Discounts on BACC‑affiliated programs and workshops
- Invitations to enter or participate in events and programs
Governance
The Brighton Arts & Culture Council (BACC) is led by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and supported by a community of volunteer members who help deliver programs, special events and staff the Presqu'ile Waddling Arts Centre.
Funding comes from a combination of revenue generated by the BACC (workshops, private events), municipal support, grants, sponsorships, memberships, and generous donations.
The BACC, founded in 2022, is a registered not-for-profit organization as of January 2024. The BACC is committed to enriching the Brighton community by nurturing creativity, artistic expression, and cultural engagement.
Board of Directors
Maddi Snowden
President
Lead:
Workshops, Cultural Programming, General Community Outreach, Advertising & Promotion, Social Media, Website Administrator, Goverment Liason, Newsletter
Sherrie Grieg
Vice President
Lead:
PWAC Management, PWAC Curation, Youth Outreach, Grants & Funding
Elizabeth Nanninga
Treasurer
Lead:
CRA/Tax Liason, Art Display Curation (Non-PWAC), Applefest Lead, Venue Rentals
Liz Roberts
Secretary
Charitable Status Preparation, Document revision for CRA, Senior Outreach, Gala Lead
Gary Dominick
Director at Large
Lead:
Volunteer Liason, Membership, Art in the Park
Land Acknowledgement
The Brighton Arts & Culture Council acknowledge that we are gathered on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg peoples. For countless generations, they have been the stewards of this land, its waters, and its resources, nurturing a profound connection between their communities and the natural world.
The arts and culture of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg peoples are deeply rooted in this land. Their traditions, stories, songs, and artistic expressions have flourished here, embodying a rich heritage that continues to inspire and inform the creative landscape of this region. Through their art, the Mississauga Anishinaabeg have passed down wisdom, history, and a deep understanding of the world around them.
As we engage in our own creative practices, we honor and respect the cultural contributions of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg, recognizing that their artistic legacy is an essential part of our shared history. We are committed to supporting and uplifting Indigenous voices, ensuring their traditions and stories are celebrated and respected in all artistic expressions.