Scarborough Arts is the only arts organization of its kind specifically serving the Scarborough community. With a respected history and a friendly, capable staff, SA brings individuals and groups together to create innovative arts programs. Since inception, SA has evolved to meet the changing needs and interests of our community.

MISSION
Scarborough Arts develops, delivers and promotes arts programming and cultural initiatives in collaboration and partnership with the community. We bring artists to the community and community to the arts.

VALUES
• Creative & Artistic Expression
• Innovation
• Engagement
• Inclusion
• Diversity
• Accessibility
• Accountability

WHAT WE DO
Offer diverse and engaging arts programs
• After-school programs across Scarborough
• Youth/child/adult programs in all discipline
Organize events, exhibitions and presentations
• Outdoor arts festivals, Annual Juried Show
• Youth arts awards and exhibitions
• Multidisciplinary arts activities
Facilitate arts education & development
• Professional arts practice & workshops
• Youth training, mentorship and placements
Network & engage artists & communities
Provide arts services & resources
Advocate for the arts in Scarborough

HISTORY

Scarborough Arts  is an evolving community arts organization serving Scarborough and east Toronto, with programs and services that support artistic growth and foster a culturally aware community.

Founded in 1978,  Scarborough Arts was established under the name Arts Scarborough, with operating grants from the City of Scarborough and  Ontario Arts Council to promote artistic growth in the community. A membership base was established and initial programs were built.  A reassessment of the organization took place in the mid-80s, and by 1989, Arts Scarborough was redeveloped as the Scarborough Arts Council.

SA relocated to its current location at a city-owned property on the Scarborough Bluffs in 1992. Gallery space was created at this facility for the exhibition and sale of members work, and has since developed to include non-members exhibitions.

Scarborough Arts maintained a solid stable of programs for many years, and places great emphasis on its partnerships with other exceptional community organizations.  In 2010 the organization changed its name again to Scarborough Arts.

SA has served the community through the arts for over 30 years, and will continue to improve on delivering this mission in the years to come, with fresh and innovative programs and services that enhance the cultural life of Scarborough.