The Edge Vision
We believe that a healthy arts presence is a vital part of our community’s growth and development. Investment in arts and culture can help reverse urban decline and support the revitalization of Winnipeg’s downtown neighbourhoods. Art and culture are not only economic development tools, but also beautification resources. This expression is essential in effecting deep and lasting social change and improving our community’s morale.
The Edge exists to:
- Increase public interest in the arts
- Improve the economic status of artists
- Provide creative opportunities to under-served communities
- Empower our youth through creative expression
We hope to unite our diverse community through common interest in the arts, helping bridge the silent barriers to our healing and development. We believe that by supporting our neighbours who are living with the harsh circumstances of homelessness, addiction, or mental illness, we can help them acquire a new sense of self and empowerment, tools that can assist them on their healing journey.
By working with our young adults, we strongly believe that the opportunity for creative expression will provide them with self confidence, a better appreciation and respect for themselves and others, social skills and a wider outlook of life’s bigger picture. Our intent is to provide our youth with access to a larger variety of resources and supports to rely upon as they face the challenges and circumstances of their lives.
