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The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour will be online this year!
The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival, one of the largest and most prestigious mountain festivals in the world, is doing things a bit differently this year. Due to COVID-19 concerns, the Banff Centre has decided to offer a virtual festival and world tour. You’ll be able to sign up through Algonquin Outfitters to watch the 45th world tour online, in the comfort of your own home!
Within the upcoming weeks, you’ll be able to purchase links to different film packages and Algonquin Outfitters will be your virtual host. These high-quality films will offer provocative and exhilarating explorations of the mountain world, from intriguing individuals and remote cultures to breath-taking landscapes and adrenaline-pumping action sports. For $15 USD, you’ll be able to choose from different program packages and will have three days to watch a selection of films that will total over 2.5 hours of viewing. You’ll also be able to sign up for more than one package of the Banff Centre’s curated collection of mountain and adventure films but details are pending. You can have your own private film festival! (Popcorn is optional.)
Algonquin Outfitters will supply links when more information has been finalized. By signing up online through AO, you’ll be supporting the local outdoor adventure community while enjoying the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour at home this winter. If possible, AO may also host a live version of the world tour on the Algonquin Theatre’s big screen at a later point in 2021.
We are celebrating Canadian Art and want you to enter our Fourth Annual Art Contest!
Submission Details Below:
Subject:
The natural Landscape of Muskoka & Algonquin Park through your artistic eyes.
Art Media:
Paintings in Oil, Acrylic, Mixed Media or Framed Photographic Images
Art Quantity & Sizes:
We require 3 art pieces in the following size combinations, these can be either all similarly framed or all gallery wrapped.
Size combinations:
3 paintings @ 30”h x 40”w or
2 paintings @ 30”h x40”w & 1 painting @36”h x4 8”w or
2 paintings @ 40”h x 30”w & 1 painting @ 36”h x 48”w
Submit the following per email to info@eclipseartgallery.ca:
-Short Artist introduction & Bio
-A minimum of 3 images (HD)
-Titles, Sizes and prices
What is in it for you:
-The lucky winner will have their selected artwork on display for one full year at the front lobby of Deerhurst Resort!
The artwork will be available for sale during the year so you may need to have replacements on hand!
-You will receive extensive promotion through Eclipse Art Gallery & Deerhurst Resort’s press release, websites and social media.
-One Night Stay at the Resort (accommodation &resort fee. Excluding Meals, Drinks & Incidentals).
For more information, visit their website
The 44th Annual Spring Members’ Show will go live on Saturday, March 27 at 10am and continue for three weeks until Saturday, April 17 at 5pm.
When you visit the Spring Members’ Show at the MAC Online Shop, you’ll be able to browse a variety of original and handmade art in all types of media. Our artists have provided a written description about their art that tells you the story behind its making.
If you see something you like and would like to purchase it and support our local artists, you can pay for your purchase online, from the coziness of your home. You can have your purchases shipped to you or arrange for a curbside pick-up. Some of our artists even offer delivery, for certain works of art, within Muskoka.
So, grab your favourite handmade mug, fill it with your preferred beverage, settle back and enjoy the Spring Members’ Show.
For more information, visit their website
Roxanne lives in Muskoka with its abundance of lakes, rivers, colourful bedrock and forest that provide an endless supply of inspiration. The majority of her work focuses on the elements of northern landscape from the haunting barrenness of Georgian Bay, to the quartz cliffs of Killarney, to the brooding wilderness of Algonquin Park.
Roxanne works in oil. Painting outdoors is always preferred though not always possible so her camera is always within reach.
Ed Novak was born and raised in Hamilton. Ed studied fine art at the University of Guelph and at the Bellas Artes, San Miguel de Allende in Mexico. He also has a degree in landscape architecture, although Ed found that he would much rather paint the landscapes then build them. “I traded bulldozers for brushes.”
In 1986, Ed and his family built a home and moved to Muskoka. The wetlands behind his house, the forest outside his window and the calming meadows all became subjects for Ed’s beautiful paintings. His serene landscapes focus on the water, rocks and trees of Muskoka and definitely capture an atmosphere that is uniquely Muskokian. Ed is also well known for his exceptional treatment of: glass,
Dorset artist Elizabeth Johnson paints the Muskoka and Haliburton landscape in a loose impressionist style. Her oil paintings depict rocks, trees, lakes, sunlit cottages, barns, and country roads. Most of her painting is done on location, but Elizabeth paints in her boathouse studio on Shoe Lake. Winter and spring are her favourite seasons – a creative, prolific time for Elizabeth.
Elizabeth studied painting at Haliburton School of the Arts, the University of Guelph Fine Art Department, in workshops across Canada and United States, and from her own study of Canadian and American impressionist and post-impressionist painters.
For more information, visit their website
The world is talking about Sustainability and Climate Change. Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre have assembled the best speakers to talk about the impact on Muskoka and the ways YOU can make a difference TODAY.
Climate change starting with an international context, bringing it to Muskoka, and finally discussing policy tools to assist in the fight against climate change
Presenter: Dr. Dianne Saxe – SaxeFacts Law
An internationally recognized Canadian environmental lawyer, Dr. Dianne Saxe was the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario from 2015 to 2019. Join us for this first talk in our sustainability series.
April 22, 2021 Time: 5:00pm – 6:15pm
For more information, visit their website
Hiring managers in Muskoka are looking to fill many positions available in Muskoka and are encouraging Job Seekers to join them next Thursday, April 22 from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. at our 2021 Muskoka Virtual Job Fair . Sectors participating in the job fair include:
To view a full list of employers that will be attending this job fair, visit: www.muskoka.on.ca/virtualjobfair
Everyone is welcome to attend the job fair to discuss potential opportunities with employers in Muskoka.
When: Thursday April 22, 2021 from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Who: Anyone looking for work in Muskoka
Where/How: Job seekers can register here: https://hopin.com/events/2021-virtual-job-fair-presented-by-the-district-municipality-of-muskoka
Please note: The various employers welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
The world is talking about Sustainability and Climate Change. Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre have assembled the best speakers to talk about the impact on Muskoka and the ways YOU can make a difference TODAY.
April 29, 2021
5:00pm – 6:15pm
Watershed Management: Why not Manage Water as part of an Ecosystem?
How Cottage Owners Can be Nice to Mother Nature
Muskoka GIS Explained
Presenters: Kevin Trimble, Rebecca Willison, and Graham Good – Muskoka Watershed Council/District of Muskoka
Join us for this engaging three part presentation covering a range of topics on water levels and management, responsible waterfront ownership, and a demonstration of the District’s new web mapping service, Muskoka GeoHub, presented by experts from the Muskoka Watershed Council and the District of Muskoka.
For more information, visit their website
NEW this year – join us for a Virtual Spin the Lakes and participate at your convenience for the month of May honouring Mental Health Month. Now you can decide when and with whom you want to ride, and how far. Whether solo or a family ride you can make a difference in mental wellness! There are many ways to explore near and far, it’s your choice! Your virtual ride gives you flexibility to participate on your own schedule. Your registration fee of $45.00 includes: T’shirt, Medal and Bike plate which will be mailed directly to you.
The world is talking about Sustainability and Climate Change. Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre have assembled the best speakers to talk about the impact on Muskoka and the ways YOU can make a difference TODAY.
May 6, 2021
5:00pm – 6:15pm
Terrestrial Spaces: Muskoka Conservancy protecting green spaces, and Riparian Zones
Education, social norms, and research-informed climate change engagement
Presenters: Aaron Rusak and Dr. Ellen Field – Muskoka Conservancy/Lakehead University
In this two part webinar subject matter experts from the Muskoka Conservancy will discuss the work being done to protect our cherished green spaces and how education on climate change is so important.
For more information, visit their website
The world is talking about Sustainability and Climate Change. Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre have assembled the best speakers to talk about the impact on Muskoka and the ways YOU can make a difference TODAY.
May 13, 2021
5:00pm – 6:15pm
Climate Change – Is this really such a big deal for Muskoka?
Presenters: Dr. Peter F. Sale & Dr. Richard Lammers – Muskoka Watershed Council
This informative and thought provoking discussion will address the question of is climate change really such a big deal for Muskoka? Presented by acclaimed experts from the Muskoka Watershed Council.
For more information, visit their website
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