Art Forms, Hamilton, ON

Art Forms provides youth who are "on the fringe" with opportunities to explore a full array of creative pursuits, ones which promote self-discovery, leadership development, and an activated dialogue with the city at large. Art Forms is a youth arts organization designed to provide art-making opportunities to youth who are "on the fringe." We believe in the transformative power of the arts, particularly for marginalized groups. Our space on James Street North is perfectly poised to attract a wide variety of groups since we are located in the heart of Hamilton’s art district, which also houses a handful of youth services. Art Forms has one full-time staff, a steering committee who provides governance, and several community and program partners who contribute in different ways.