Join fellow artists, cultural leaders, organizations, and community stakeholders for a dynamic Cultural Forum designed to spark collaboration, inspire fresh ideas, and strengthen cultural programs across our city. This engaging experience blends keynote conversations, hands-on learning, and interactive discussion—plus a guided “Pride of Place” downtown walking tour—to explore how arts, heritage, and entertainment can work together more effectively. Participants will gain practical tools, share perspectives, and help shape collaborative solutions that support a vibrant and connected cultural sector.

This forum is inspired by the Arts, Heritage and Entertainment Master Plan and its vision for a vibrant, connected, and collaborative cultural community. Learn more about the plan here: Medicine Hat Arts, Heritage, and Entertainment Plan.

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‍Morning schedule:

9:00 - 9:30 a.m. — Welcome, opening reflection

Presented by: Matriarch Movement

‍We are honoured to open the day with a welcome and an opening reflection led by the Indigenous collective Matriarch Movement, who will ground our gathering in intention, community, and shared purpose.

‍9:30 - 10:45 a.m. — Arts, Heritage, and Entertainment Plan presentation

Presented by: Aaron Nelson, Acting Director, Community Development (City of Medicine Hat)

‍Hear more about the Arts, Heritage, and Entertainment Plan from Aaron Nelson, Acting Director of Community Development; then hear from community members in our panel discussion regarding collaboration, shared challenges and community visibility.

‍11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Guided walking tour

Presented by: Tourism Medicine Hat

‍Head out on a guided walking tour, facilitated by Tourism Medicine Hat, highlighting local cafes, murals, and creative spaces.

‍Afternoon schedule:

1:15 - 2:45 p.m. — Marketing fundamentals workshop

Presented by: Linda Hoang, Social Media Strategist and Consultant

‍After lunch, Workshop with Social Media Strategist and Consultant, Linda Hoang, introducing practical marketing fundamentals for artists, cultural workers, and organizations.

‍3:00 - 4:00 p.m. — Collaborative outreach and event coordination

Presented by: Safira Lachapelle, Public Participation Specialist, and Ashley Howes, Community Inclusion Coordinator (City of Medicine Hat)

‍Collaborative World Café style session with Safira Lachapelle, Public Participation Specialist & Ashley Howes, Community Inclusion Coordinator, where we will discuss important topics that you face including community calendars and event coordination, communication platforms and information sharing, collaborative marketing and outreach.

‍4:00 - 4:30 p.m. — Networking

‍End the day with informal networking and conversation- an opportunity to connect, share ideas, and build momentum.

Facilitators will be around to answer any questions or chat!         

A portion of the day will be participating in an outdoor walking tour. Please dress accordingly.

Please note: Lunch is not provided however light refreshments will be available.

If you can no longer attend, please let us know at your earliest convenience so we can reallocate your spot to another person.

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