Our Events
MASC presents a variety of annual arts events which feature professional artists from across the country. Which one is for you?
MASC Young Authors & Illustrators Festival
A cherished tradition for more than three decades, MYAI festival brings creativity to life for students in Grades 4–8. 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 SHSM Conference
The MASC SHSM Conference is a one-day experiential learning opportunity designed specifically for Grade 11–12 SHSM Arts & Culture students. Held in February in Ottawa, the conference invites students to explore The Artist’s Toolkit – Skills for Thriving in the Arts and Culture Sector through hands-on, sector-aligned workshops in visual art, dance, music, drama, and media arts, followed by a career pathway panel featuring professional artists. The conference supports SHSM requirements; students earned the SHSM certification in Advanced Training in a Technique, while also exploring career pathways and participating in Reach Ahead learning through direct conversations and hands-on work with professional artists.
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MASC Arts Awards
The MASC Arts Awards celebrate passionate and creative students in Grades 6–9 for their artistic excellence. Recipients are awarded year-long scholarships in music, dance, theatre, visual arts, and literary arts with some of Ottawa’s leading arts organizations and one-on-one mentorships with professional artists. Five nominating teachers are also recognized with a free workshop for their classroom. Nominations open in September and the event is held in May every year!
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Awesome Arts
Awesome Arts en folie brings participants of all ages together to explore community interests through diverse and engaging art forms. Guided by professional artist mentors and in partnership with local organizations, the program offers a series of workshops for different age groups, culminating in the Awesome Arts Festival. Through slam poetry, animation, dance, music, theatre, and video, participants develop their creative voices—building skills, confidence, and peer connections—while reflecting on the issues that matter most in their communities. The Awesome Arts festival provides an opportunity for the community to have a voice, to celebrate and to shine a positive spotlight on the residents.
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