The Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Arts Council has a rich history spanning 32 years serving the artistic and cultural needs of Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. As the main organization responsible for community cultural development in both cities, the council functions as an umbrella organization for over 25 member groups plus individual, family and corporate members. This active non-profit society is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Arts Council promotes and supports all disciplines of the arts and is committed to fulfilling their motto of "Bringing Arts to the Heart of Our Community".

The Council is dedicated to promoting and encouraging appreciation for the arts. Working in partnerships with organizations, individuals and governments the council acts as an arts resource and forum for communication.

The council administers arts & crafts classes, hosts special events like the Annual Family Arts Fair, holds general meetings, manages charity fundraising, provides high school graduation scholarships and grants to member groups.

History

The Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Arts Council is proud to celebrate a long history of service to the community. In 1970 the Community Arts Council of Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows was founded on the rich artistic talents of the area. In 1971 the council incorporated as a society called the Community Arts Council of T'Lagunna, a First Nations word for "Golden Ears", the majestic mountain peaks that feature prominently in both communities. Through the 1980's the Arts Council continued to grow and evolved to its ultimate model, the Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Community Arts Council, which truly reflects the service to both communities. Today, the Arts Council operates and manages The ACT through a grant with the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Parks and Leisure Services Commission and continues to be a strong voice for arts and culture in our community.