Please call 905 328 9277 or email thewillowcommunity@gmail.com to set up a phone meeting.
Memberships grant access to programs & services provided through Willow Arts Community and are FREE to artists (18+) who are:
currently receiving support from any mental health or addiction service
OR
exploring their wellness & recovery in alternative community settings

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much do classes, workshops, & seminars cost?

All provided free to registered Member Artists.

Do I have to be an experienced (or good) artist to join?

No. There are programs & services for all levels of experience (aspiring, emerging & established Member Artists).

How do I join?

Click here for information on how to join.

Do you supply materials?

Materials for classes, workshops, & seminars are provided unless otherwise specified. Member artists are encouraged to bring their own supplies & materials to the Open Studio (some supplies are provided)

Do I need a referral from a doctor or social worker to join?

No.

Is there a waiting list?

No. Open Houses are hosted once a month during each season.

What are your hours of operation?

Our programs & services happen within our 3 program seasons Fall (September-November), Winter (January- March), & Spring (April- June).
Special events & programs sometimes run in December and throughout the summer (July-August).
Class times change season to season & are based on the availability of our program partners, instructors, feedback from our Member Artists & staff. Classes typically run during the afternoon and evenings Monday – Friday.
Click here to download the most recent Program Guide

Do you provide art therapy?

No, Willow Arts Community is an arts & mental health organization that celebrates the therapeutic value of artistic creation & expression, peer support, social inclusion, & stigma reduction. All programs are taught by local professional artists, many living with mental illness/substance use. All programs are located within local arts organizations like Rodman Hall Art Centre, Suitcase in Point Theatre Company, Niagara Artists Centre, & Mahtay Cafe and Lounge.