As Ottawa prepares to elect its next mayor, join us for a public debate focused on the future of arts, culture, and the city's creative economy.

Hosted by Arts Ottawa, the Ottawa Festivals Network, and OMIC; this special forum will bring together mayoral candidates to discuss their visions for cultural funding, creative spaces, economic sustainability for artists and arts organizations, community engagement, city-building, and the role of culture in shaping a vibrant and inclusive Ottawa.

Arts and culture contribute significantly to Ottawa's economy, identity, and quality of life. This debate offers voters, artists, cultural workers, and residents an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about the policies and priorities that will influence the future of the sector and the city as a whole.

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear candidates' perspectives, compare approaches to key issues, and gain insight into how each would support Ottawa's cultural future if elected.

Whether you are an artist, arts supporter, community leader, or engaged resident, your voice and participation are important in this civic conversation.