Original art created by locals with disabilities or those experiencing homelessness will be on display at a gala-event later this month, with all proceeds going directly to the arists.
The Art Unity Collective, now in it’s second year, spearheaded by Centerpoint Facilitation, displays artwork in businesses around the region. Program Coordinator Cindy Trepanier says the collective is a nice way to find talent within people to bring more awareness of the abilities of people rather than the inabilities they may face due to their individual situations.
She adds that the initiative has also caught the eye of the overall community, as it’s more than doubled in size from the initial run in 2024.
“Last year was our pilot project, and we’ve brought on several new businesses. We offered it in the downtown core last year, and we’ve expanded it throughout the city and county of Grande Prairie and businesses have been absolutely amazing.
“The talent that we’ve seen this year is really great, they’re all extremely proud of their work and all the contributions will go back to the artists, 100 per cent.”
The second annual Art Unity Collective gala will take place on May 21sy at the Grant Berg Gallery. You can find more information, or register to attend the gala here.
