Spring Exhibition to launch on April 17, 2026

MELGUND TOWNSHIP, ON — The heart of Northwestern Ontario beats anew this spring as the 2026 Melgund Township Arts Exhibition officially launches on April 17 at the Dyment Recreation Hall. This month-long event kicks off with an immersive showcase of local and regional talent, bridging the gap between traditional heritage and futuristic innovation through curated selections ranging from visual arts, film, and photography, to crafts and virtual reality.

Featured in this year’s exhibition is the work of local crafter Terri Bell. A long-time crafter and arts administrator in the community, Bell’s inclusion highlights the deep-rooted artistry that defines the township. Her featured pieces will be part of this year’s exhibition that celebrates both the legacy of local creators and the evolving arts scene in our area. Her work has been supported by the Canada Council for the Arts Digital Greenhouse and Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects programs.

Running through May 17, the exhibition invites art enthusiasts and community members to experience a multi-sensory journey at the Dyment Recreation Hall. The spring launch marks the first exhibition for the community’s new arts and heritage space.

“It’s exciting to be part of this year’s spring exhibition,” said Bell. “We’re really looking forward to activating this new space and celebrating our local and regional arts scene.”

The month-long exhibition will also see open mic sessions and music jams, guest speakers and artists, participatory and arts-based community dialogues on subjects ranging from climate change, to virtual reality and the potential impacts of nuclear waste management programs.

For more information, contact us at info@artsincubator.ca or visit melgundrecreation.ca.

Our upcoming arts show is a celebration of creativity, community, and place—bringing together artists, storytellers, and makers to share work inspired by life across Northwestern Ontario. From visual art and digital media to experimental storytelling and interdisciplinary pieces, the exhibition highlights both emerging and established voices, creating space for dialogue, reflection, and connection. Rooted in community-driven practice, the show invites audiences to engage not just as viewers, but as participants in a living, evolving cultural landscape shaped by collaboration, technology, and the stories that define us.