2024 Annual Public Meeting of the Canada Council for the Arts

The Council’s Annual Public Meeting (APM) took place on March 27, 2024.

Thank you to everyone who joined the Canada Council’s APM in person and virtually on March 27, 2024. During the event, Jesse Wente, Chair of the Board, and Michelle Chawla, Director and CEO of the Council, shared insights on Canada’s arts scene, highlights of upcoming initiatives and updates on the Council’s 2021–2026 strategic plan. A question-and-answer period followed, moderated by Yves-Gérard Méhou-Loko, Secretary-General of the Canadian Commission for UNESCO.

Did you miss the 2024 APM?

A recording of the event in English with American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, simultaneous translation and closed captioning is available below. (Read the written transcript.)

Alternatively, you can watch a bilingual recording of the event, which was originally held in English and French.

Read the speeches delivered by Jesse Wente, Chair of the Board and Michelle Chawla, Canada Council Director and CEO.

“The arts matter to me, and you matter to me. I will do everything I can to lead the Canada Council in a way that serves you, the arts sector. I am constantly moved by the unshakeable creativity and innovative spirit of the arts community—and I am optimistic for our future and eager to work with you to get there.”

—Michelle Chawla, Director and CEO of the Canada Council for the Arts

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What is an annual public meeting and why hold one?

As a Crown corporation, the Canada Council for the Arts is legally required to hold an annual public meeting. Beyond the requirement, it is a great opportunity to share annual updates with the arts community and the wider public in Canada.