Artistic & Professional Development - Nia Centre for the Arts

Artistic & Professional Development

Nia Centre is dedicated to fostering artistic growth and development for aspiring and established artists alike

Ongoing Programs

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Left of Centre
Left of Centre is our artist development program that supports Black artists across a variety of disciplines and experience levels, with developing their artistic practice, refining and growing their skillset, navigating industry institutions and building sustainable artistic networks.
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Artists in Residence
We provide Black artists with access to shared studio space, financial resources, curatorial guidance, and a culminating group exhibition.
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Creative Catalyst
Application-based, multidisciplinary program that pairs emerging Black artists with mid-career and/or established Black artists over the course of six months for participant-led consulting, guidance, and mentorship.

Specialty Programs

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Workshops & Artists Talks
In our workshops and artist talks, Black artists have the opportunity to learn from experts and other artists on a wide variety of subjects and artistic themes. Workshops offer the opportunity to learn a new skill, receive feedback on one’s work, or gain insight into an artists’ practice and craft.
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Intensive Programs
Our Intensive Programs are weekly learning, training, and creation opportunities for Black artists to hone their skills in a specific discipline, while also building portfolios and creative networks, Intensive programs are discipline-specific and application-based, and run for 8 – 12 weeks on average.
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Networking Events
Nia Centre fosters community connections and professional growth by organizing engaging networking events.

Current Events

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Call for Applications: 2025 Dance Artist-in-Residence

July 7 – August 17, 2025

524 Oakwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6E 2X1

Want to be our next AiR?

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The Power of Black Portraiture with Gordon Shadrach

June 25, 2025
7:00PM – 9:00PM
524 Oakwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6E 2X1

Join us for this talk on the value of Black portraiture—how to win a $25K prize

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Business SmARTs: Protecting IP in the Arts

June 18, 2025
7:00PM – 9:00PM
524 Oakwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6E 2X1

Come learn how to keep your art safe in the digital age!

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