We bring the arts to schools and communities!
Explore our programs
Choose from over 250 virtual and in-person workshops, performances, and residencies in six artistic disciplines.
Meet our artists
We work with more than 150 professional artists from all artistic disciplines and a wide variety of cultural backgrounds.
Discover our events
From festivals to award shows, our annual events bring people together to celebrate the arts in our communities.
Get to know MASC!
MASC brings professional artists into schools and communities, delivering over 2,000 workshops and 800 performances annually. Our programming spans all artistic disciplines and highlights the richness of more than 20 cultures. We also present five multidisciplinary festivals each year, offering imme
Learn moreMASC Festivals
MASC Young Authors & Illustrators Festival (MYAI)
A cherished tradition for more than three decades, MYAI festival brings creativity to life for Grades 4–8 students. Explore, draw, write, and be inspired by Canada’s top authors and illustrators—see what this year’s festival has in store!
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MASC Arts Awards
The 2026 MASC Arts Awards Festival honours passionate and creative student in Grades 6–9 for their artistic excellence. Recipients receive year-long scholarships in music, dance, theatre, visual arts, and literary arts.
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Asian Heritage Month 2026
MASC Land Acknowledgement Video
MASC recognizes that we are located on the unceded and unsurrendered traditional territory of the Algonquin Annishanaabe people. We are grateful to Fred McGregor, Maamiiw ininii Resource Person, Kitigan Zibi for his support and guidance in the creation of this video.
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Find out more35 Years of MASC!
On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, MASC proudly celebrated 35 years of arts and culture with a spectacular Anniversary Gala at the National Arts Centre. The evening, headlined by award-winning artists Kellylee Evans and YAO, featured powerful performances by dancers, musicians, and visual artists—each one showcasing the transformative power of the arts. More than 150 supporters attended to hear heartfelt testimonials from participants, enjoy engaging performances, and celebrate five exceptional individuals who received Recognition Awards for their incredible contributions to MASC.
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