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EC3 is an arm’s-length, non-profit mandated by the City of Peterborough to champion the development of the arts and culture for the City and County of Peterborough. ec3ptbo.carrd.co #artsptbo All Image Descriptions are embedded in alt-text.

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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Full job posting here!! mailchi.mp/ecthree/hiring
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
EC3 advocates for the arts at all levels of government. While we continue to advocate at the municipal and provincial levels, we wanted to draw attention to Canadian Coalition for the Arts, at the federal level, by sharing their recent newsletter. Full bulletin here: mailchi.mp/ecthree/cana...
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EC3 Bulletin: Canadian Arts Coalition
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
As you may know, the City of Peterborough has hired a consulting company, EVOKE, to undertake work on a Municipal Cultural Plan. The folks at EVOKE have asked EC3 to share this flyer and encourage people to attend these sessions. Your input is crucial. Many thanks.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
EC3’s GRANTS FOR INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS fueled 17 new projects by talented local artists, creating a diverse bounty of new writing, theatre, circus arts, visual arts, dance, music and more for Peterborough audiences. See our bulletin for more info and 2025 recipients - mailchi.mp/ecthree/gfia...
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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
KWIC and KSAC to 'Accelerate Action' in #Nogo #Ptbo for International Women's Day. Free March 8 celebration includes a rally and march beginning at city hall followed by a community event at the Peterborough Public Library. kawarthanow.com/2025/02/20/k...
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KWIC and KSAC to ‘Accelerate Action’ in Nogojiwanong/Peterborough for International Women’s Day | kawarthaNOW
By Megan Gallant. Free March 8 celebration includes a rally and march beginning at city hall followed by a community event at the Peterborough Public Library.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE THIS FRIDAY (February 27th)!! EC3 is hiring an operations and administration coordinator! Full job description here: 1drv.ms/w/c/61074097...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
EC3 is honoured to welcome artist, educator and cultural activist Chet Singh to the EC3 Board of Directors. Chet brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our work as a municipal arts council in Peterborough. Full bulletin here: mailchi.mp/ecthree/chet...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Paint It Black Feb 28, 12-4pm - Artspace This is an interactive workshop for Black community members to co-create a collective mural. This workshop will be led by locally-based Artspace members Kasonde Mutale (she/her) and Deji Onawunmi (he/him). Register here: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
PAPA and CPD presents IMPROV-EYES! March 7 2:00-4:00 at TTOK Improv for all levels, encouraging blind and low-vision performers to join. ALL abilities welcome! Facilitated by Linda Kash-PAPA and Jason King-Council for Persons with Disabilities Sign up: papa.yesand@gmail.com or Jason.king@pcpd.ca
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
February is Black History Month and EC3 wants to recognize and celebrate the many great events happening in our community, and the people who make them happen. Read our full bulletin here: mailchi.mp/ecthree/ec3-...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Rough Cuts #2 is coming up on March 13th! This is an opportunity for artists to showcase works in progress of any genre. Entry is by lottery, applications due 11:59pm Feb 13th. To apply, send a bio and a one-paragraph piece description of what you plan to do to admin@publicenergy.ca.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
EC3 is hiring an Operations & Administration Coordinator! Full job description here - 1drv.ms/w/c/61074097...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
On Tues Feb 24th, BRAND NEW STAGES is back! The 3rd annual festival of new Canadian work for the stage returns with 7 plays in 6 days, and over 40 artists featured. Visit www.newstages.ca for festival info.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Happy Holidays to all of you from the Electric City Culture Council’s Board and staff, our volunteers and advisory committee members, and our many sponsors, donors and community partners.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
EC3 Receives 2026 Funding from the City of Peterborough For the full announcement see the EC3 Bulletin: mailchi.mp/ecthree/ec3-...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
EC3 is pleased to announce that we received an Operating Grant for Arts Service Organizations of $17,600 from the OAC. EC3 acknowledges Dave Smith, MPP and the Government of Ontario’s contribution to the Ontario Arts Council. Read the full Bulletin by following the link: mailchi.mp/ecthree/onta...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Follow the link in our bio to download the presentations slides from last Thursday's Professional Development Workshop: Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application! tinyurl.com/3acshnxv
Infographic that reads “did you attend, or miss, the OAC workshop? Download the slides!” With white sans serif typeface on a bright and saturated flat orange background.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Today is Arts Day on the Hill, a national annual event organized by @artscoalitionca.bsky.social This is an important advocacy initiative drawing attention to the high social and economic impact, value and importance of the arts and the critical importance of public funding for the arts #artsday2025
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
…We are so grateful for all she did and will remember her with admiration and deep affection.” — Su Ditta, EC3 Executive Director
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
…Her “can-do” spirit was infectious and inspiring - a true community builder in every way - she was an inspiration and made this city an even greater place to live each and every day. She imagined the best for local culture and worked hard to make it happen…
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
She was fearless and hardworking for numerous causes that mattered, and never hesitated when we reached out for help with networking and connections…
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
…Always gracious and generous, Anne offered expert support and advice whenever we called on her for guidance or encouragement, and frequently provided information and direction to individual artists in need...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
“On behalf of the Board of Directors and EC3 staff, we would like to send out our sincere sympathies and condolences to the family and friends of Ann Farquharson. Anne was a champion of the arts and an invaluable supporter of heritage preservation, and she will be so sorely missed in our community…
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Towards The North Star: Centering Social Justice in Organizational Leadership After decades of activism, Indigenous, Black and racialized leaders are increasingly shaping the arts. This panel will explore the organizational approaches advancing social justice in the arts. onculturedays.ca/on-topic/
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ON Topic Speaker Series
This series of talks and workshops brings together arts and culture workers from across the province to discuss timely societal and economic issues impacting their sector, and to provide opportunities...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Show up tonight at 6:00pm to attend the Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application! professional development workshop. Registration is accepted at the door. Although we expect a sizable turnout, we still have room for more! Artspace, 3-378 Aylmer Street.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Sliding scale tickets available and free parking!
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Join us for FIRE, a solstice concert, to call back the sun with songs, stories, oversized props, and our very special guests Medusa! www.eventbrite.ca/e/fire-a-sol... All Saints’ Anglican Church is wheelchair accessible.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
This Professional Development Workshop Changes Careers! Happening tomorrow, the workshop “Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application!” could make a huge impact on your career. Don’t miss out on this impactful event. See the Eventbrite: tinyurl.com/28en4svv
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Meet your OAC Grant Officer! Who also is the facilitator of the upcoming workshop: Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application! Adom Acheampong is the Multi- and Inter-Arts Officer at the Ontario Arts Council. Bulletin: mailchi.mp/ecthree/meet...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Request ASL Interpretation by tomorrow Friday, November 21st for the upcoming workshop: Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application! ASL Interpretation available upon request, please email Eva at Public Energy by November 21st by 5:00pm, eva@publicenergy.ca.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
New Stages Theatre presents ITʼS A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY Market Hall Performing Arts Centre 6 shows. Dec 10-14, 2025. Tickets: tickets.markethall.org?category=20 Watch the fantastic trailer here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiwY...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
ELECTRIC CITY CULTURE COUNCIL AND PUBLIC ENERGY PRESENT FREE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP ON GRANT WRITING FACILITATED BY ONTARIO ARTS COUNCIL Where: 3-378 Aylmer Street North, Peterborough, Ontario When: Thursday, November 27th, 6:00 pm See the Media Release here: mailchi.mp/ecthree/medi...
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Media Release: For Immediate Release
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
About the facilitator: Adom Acheampong has extensive arts and culture sector experience. Currently, she is the Multi and Inter-Arts and Community-Engaged Arts Officer at the Ontario Arts Council. Most recently, Adom was the Artistic and Professional Development Manager at Nia Centre for the Arts.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Register now to guarantee your spot in our upcoming FREE professional development workshop “Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application!” Link to register: tinyurl.com/28en4svv, and the registration link can also be found in our bio.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
@artscoalitionca.bsky.social For the full News Release see here: canadianartscoalition.com/news/
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News « Canadian Arts Coalition
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
EC3 Shares CAC's Update: “The Canadian Arts Coalition applauds elements of Budget 2025, which includes increased support for cultural and media programs, and stated recognition of the importance of arts, culture, and heritage to Canada’s economy, social fabric and identity.”
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Attend these upcoming public forums to speak up on the importance of the arts in tourism! www.peterborough.ca/news/posts/l...
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Tourism Strategy Engagement: Community Cafes
Community Cafés are a space for residents to provide input on the vision and priorities of tourism in Peterborough, and to share thoughts on the city’s tourism assets.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Applications are now open for the City’s Community Grants program. Applications close on December 3rd. The program provides financial assistance to non-profit, community-based organizations that provide direct programs, services, or activities. Apply online: peterborough.ca/CommunityGrants
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Follow this link for more information on the upcoming workshop and registration: www.eventbrite.ca/e/yes-you-ca...
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Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application!
Presented by Public Energy Performing Arts, the Electric City Culture Council and the Ontario Arts Council
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Yes, You Can Write a Multi and Inter-Arts Project Grant Application! This Grant Writing Workshop is presented in partnership with Public Energy, Electric City Culture Council, and Ontario Arts Council. When: Thursday, November 27th, 6:00pm Where: Artspace, 3-378 Aylmer Street North, Peterborough
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Read our latest Bulletin on our upcoming professional development program: us6.campaign-archive.com?u=556d040c55...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Attend these upcoming public forums to speak up on the importance of the arts in tourism! www.peterborough.ca/news/posts/l...
peterborough.ca
Tourism Strategy Engagement: Community Cafes
Community Cafés are a space for residents to provide input on the vision and priorities of tourism in Peterborough, and to share thoughts on the city’s tourism assets.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Speak up for arts funding! ✍️📣💵 See you tonight at 6pm, Healthy Planet Arena! It is extremely important that members of the public speak to the value of funding the arts. In-person discussions with Counsellors and City staff are an excellent way to make your voice heard during this critical moment.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Speak up for the arts! ✍️📣💵 A public meeting with a brief presentation on the Draft Budget followed by an opportunity for residents to speak with City staff will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 in the Banquet Hall at Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
City Council and City staff will begin public meetings on the 2026 draft budget as soon as November 3rd, 2025. Speak up for arts funding! It is extremely important that members of the public attend these meetings and speak to the value of funding the arts.
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
mailchi.mp/ecthree/upco... Read our latest Bulletin: Upcoming 2026 City Budget Consultations & Meetings ✍️💵📣
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Upcoming 2026 City Budget Consultations & Meetings
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
The deadline for this survey was extended to October 31st, get your survey done ✅
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
For every dollar the OAC invests, $25 in total revenues are generated by funded arts organizations. See the 2025 "Arts Across Ontario" report: www.arts.on.ca/oac/media/oa...
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Get your tickets to Footnote To Freedom now! tickets.markethall.org/eventperform...
Event graphic reads: “footnote to freedom, Sunday, November 9th at 7pm, written and performed by Beau Dixon & Lance Dixon, tickets $25 - Market Hall, New Stages Peterborough”
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Electric City Culture Council (EC3) @ec3ptbo.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
tickets.markethall.org/eventperform... This November, make it a night to remember at The Nutcracker Circus! Whether you’re planning a magical family outing, a special date night, or an evening surrounded by the timeless beauty of Tchaikovsky’s beloved music, this show has something for everyone.
Infographic reads: the nut cracker circus, general admission $50 and cabaret seating $65, November 14th and 15th 2025 at Market Hall
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