How Do You Experience Arts, Culture and Heritage?
Do you attend local events, visit museums, or participate in creative activities? Your experiences—big or small—can help us understand what’s working and what could be enhanced.
We Would Love Your Quick Feedback!
How satisfied are you with the current opportunities to participate in arts, culture, and heritage activities in your community?
Want to share more feedback? The full survey is available at the bottom of the page.
Idea Labs
Join us for one or all of the upcoming Idea Labs/Focus Groups held from August 11-19.
Join the Journey: Designing the Future of Arts, Culture and Heritage in Loyalist
As Loyalist Township continues to grow and evolve, we are committed to ensuring that arts, culture and heritage remain at the heart of our community identity and future development. To support this vision, we are creating a 10-year Arts, Culture and Heritage Master Plan that will guide how we celebrate creativity, preserve our rich history, and foster inclusive cultural experiences for all.
This plan will be shaped by the voices of our residents, partners, and stakeholders. Your input is essential—and together, we can build a vibrant cultural future that reflects the spirit of Loyalist Township.
Things to Think About:
Before you share your ideas, here are a few key things to consider. These will help you understand the big picture and how your input can shape the future of arts, culture and heritage in Loyalist Township.
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What Makes Loyalist Township Unique?
Loyalist Township is a vibrant mix of rural charm and urban growth, with deep historical roots and a strong sense of community. Think about the places, stories, and traditions that make this area special to you.
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What Should the Future Look Like?
Imagine Loyalist Township in 10 years. What kinds of cultural events, public art, or heritage programs would you like to see? How can we make these experiences more inclusive, accessible, and sustainable?
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How Can We Support Local Talent and Volunteers?
Local artists and volunteers are the heart of our cultural community. What support do they need to thrive? How can we better recognize and grow their contributions?
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How Can We Celebrate Our History?
Loyalist Township is home to several historic sites and museums. What are your ideas for bringing these places to life in new and engaging ways?
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What Would Make You Proud?
What kinds of arts, culture, or heritage initiatives would make you feel proud to live in or visit Loyalist Township? Your vision can help guide our priorities.
Ways to Get Involved
Public Survey
Public Survey
We invite you to share your thoughts in this quick survey. Your feedback will contribute to the creation of a 10-year Plan to guide Loyalist Township as we preserve and celebrate local history, foster the arts, promote volunteerism, and enhance cultural programming and events.
Survey Closing date: September 3, 2025
Estimated completion time: 5-10 minutes
Youth Survey
We know Loyalist Township is full of creative, funny, talented, and totally interesting people—like you.
Take your shot to shape what happens here over the next 10 years. We're talking about music, murals, festivals, chill spaces, culture... your kind of culture.
Got big ideas? Want your voice heard?
Take 2 mins. Let Loyalist know what matters. This isn’t a test. There are no wrong answers. Just tell us what you think matters.
Survey Closing date: September 3, 2025
Idea Labs/Focus Groups
We're hosting another round of Idea Labs/Focus Groups in August! Join us for one or all of the upcoming Ideas Labs/Focus Groups held from August 11-August 19. These 2-hour sessions will be a fulsome discussion on all things arts, culture, and heritage. No experience needed! Just your ideas and enthusiasm.
Amherstview
Monday, August 11 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The Giddy Goat Café, 6 Speers Blvd., Amherstview
Wilton
Tuesday, August 12 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Wilton Community Hall, 251 Simmons Rd., Wilton
Odessa
Monday, August 18 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Odessa Fire Hall, 51 Main St. Odessa
Amherst Island
Tuesday, August 19 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Neilson Store Museum and Cultural Centre, 5220 Front Rd., Stella
Share Your Ideas
Do you have any ideas or dreams you’d like to share related to arts, culture, and heritage in Loyalist?
Art Activities
Stay tuned and follow this page for details!
Become a Volunteer
Visit our volunteering webpage and share your interest!
