Ontario’s Culture Sector: An Economic Powerhouse in Need of Bold Action

Date and Time
Mon, May 26, 2025 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDT

Location
Brampton Entrepreneur Centre
41 George Street South
Brampton, ON L6Y 2E1
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Join the Brampton Arts Organization, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the City of Brampton for an insight-packed keynote presentation on the present and future of Ontario’s Arts, Culture, and Creative Industry sector!

The presentation’s topic is the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC)’s latest report, ‘Ontario’s Arts, Culture, and Creative Industries: Strengthening Competitiveness and Communities,’ which was recently released. It highlights the sector’s significant socioeconomic impact and challenges and offers recommendations to support its long-term growth across the province.

Learn how this $26 billion sector supports over 270,000 jobs and what urgent policy actions are needed to drive sustainable growth. With Brampton’s rapid development, the city is uniquely positioned to harness this momentum. Connect with business, government, and arts leaders, enjoy local food and music, and explore how arts and culture can fuel Brampton’s economic future.

Event Highlights:

• Networking & Community Building – Connect with fellow business, arts and culture leaders, government representatives, and key stakeholders in an engaging atmosphere.
• Distinguished Guests – The event may be attended by the City of Brampton Mayor, Councillors and city representatives, local Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) and regional arts executives.
• Interactive Q&A – Dive deeper into the conversation with a chance to ask questions and share ideas.
• Local Food & Music – Enjoy a lively and festive atmosphere with great food and live music that highlights Brampton’s unique culture.

Who Should Attend:

• Business leaders
• Arts and culture leaders
• Government representatives
• Philanthropists and community leaders
• Arts advocates and cultural professionals

Whether you’re an arts and culture leader, business leader, or government representative, this is a unique opportunity to learn more about the economic impact arts and culture has and more importantly how the City of Brampton can tap into this economic engine to not only grow a thriving arts, culture, and creative scene in Brampton but also reap the economic benefits.

NOTE: Space is limited to 80 participants. Register today to secure your spot!

Presented by the Brampton Arts Organization, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the City of Brampton.

Special thanks to the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre and the Brampton Board of Trade.

DONATE – Your donation helps us support Brampton artists and expand free programming like this.

Accessibility: If you are a Brampton resident who needs assistance or support to participate, such as an ASL interpreter, please get in touch with us at info@bramptonartsorg.ca as soon as possible (minimum of five days in advance) so that we can make the necessary accommodations.

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Keynote Presenter

Neeky Dalir is a Policy Analyst at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, focusing on advancing inclusive growth across Ontario’s economy—particularly in arts and culture, health, and emerging technologies.

Neeky has a BA in Theatre and a Minor in Political Science from York University, and a MA in Public Policy and Administration with a specialization in Global Policy at Northwestern University.

When Neeky is not working on policy and advocacy, she is a full-time actress in the industry and works as a film programmer at the Diaspora Film Festival in Toronto.