Be part of CCIA’s inaugural community of supporters building creative impact in Kjipuktuk (Halifax) & beyond.
The Founders Circle recognizes those who are helping lay the foundation for CCIA’s first year of programming. Your support directly sustains free community workshops and events, and supports the arts and subject matter educators who lead them, helping expand access to inclusive, community-based creative spaces.
Our work in the community
CCIA has been featured in The Coast and The Halifax Guardian for its innovative approach to building inclusive spaces where creativity and community belonging go hand-in-hand. Click on the logo's below to view articles.
WHAT YOUR SUPPORT DOES
Your contribution directly supports:
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Free community programming
Creating welcoming spaces for adults to explore creativity, connection, and reflection
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Fair compensation for artists & educators
Supporting local creative labour and knowledge-sharing
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Materials & accessibility resources
Ensuring workshops remain inclusive and low-barrier
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Program growth & community reach
Expanding access to inclusive, socially engaged creative practice
WHY JOIN THE FOUNDERS CIRCLE
Becoming a Founders Circle supporter means joining CCIA’s inaugural community of supporters who are helping shape the organization from the ground up.
Founding supporters are permanently recognized on this page and acknowledged in CCIA’s annual report, honouring your role in launching community-based creative programming in Kjipuktuk (Halifax) and beyond.
As a token of appreciation, all Founders Circle members receive a Digital Recognition Card.
Tiers of Recognition
Masterpiece Circle (Visionaries): $5,000+Shaping the foundation of CCIA’s long-term creative impact.
Canvas Circle (Innovators): $1,000 - $4,999
Expanding the reach and depth of our community programming.
Brushstroke Circle (Creators): $250 - $999
Strengthening accessible workshops and artist support.
Splash Circle (Emerging Founders): $100 - $249
Helping bring community programming to life.
Masterpiece Circle
$5,000+
Your name or
organization here
Canvas Circle
$1,000 - $4,999
Your name or
organization here
Brushstroke Circle
$250 - $999
Colleen Faustino Small
James Doucher
Your name or organization here
Splash Circle
$100 - $249
Heather White Brittain
Your name or organization here
Art is our tool. Community is our masterpiece.