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Home My WebLink AboutMarch 18, 2025 Page 1 of 7 Minutes/Meeting Summary Cultural Advisory Committee March 18, 2025 7:00 pm Main Committee Room/Hybrid Attendees: L. Gibbs, Director, Community Services D. Thompson, Cultural Advisory Committee S. Ramoutar, Cultural Advisory Committee Member M. McFarland, Cultural Advisory Committee Member Z. Kazi, Cultural Advisory Committee Member A. Palmer, Cultural Advisory Committee Member J. Dushanthi, Cultural Advisory Committee Member D. Davis, Cultural Advisory Committee Member J. Baricuatro, Cultural Advisory Committee Member S. Almeida-Schroen, Cultural Advisory Committee S. Barakov, Coordinator, Public Art V. Karakian, Supervisor, Museum Services C. Farrell, Supervisor, Cultural Services J. St. Amant, Coordinator, Cultural Services (Staff Liaison) Absent: M. Nagy, City Councillor, Ward 2 K. Roberts, Manager, Cultural Services S. Barillaro, Cultural Advisory Committee Member Item/ Ref # Details, Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) 1. Welcome and Call to Order D. Thompson welcomed members of the Cultural Advisory Committee (CAC) and called the meeting to order. 2. Review and Approval of Agenda D. Thompson put forth a motion for adoption of the current agenda as circulated. Moved by M. McFarland. Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting current Agenda for April 15, 2025. 3. Disclosure of Interest Page 2 of 7 Item/ Ref # Details, Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) There were no disclosures of interest to matters on the agenda. 4. Approval of Previous Minutes D. Thompson put forth a motion for the adoption of the minutes as circulated. Moved M. McFarland. Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes March 18, 2025. Carried. 5. Presentations/Delegations There were no delegations for this meeting. 6. General Business 6.1 – Public Art Award – Lest We Forget Remembrance Crosswalks – for endorsement J. St Amant provided a brief overview based on the Directive from November 25, 2024, Resolution #616/24 to consult with the Royal Canadian Legion Branches #606 and #483 to discuss the suitability of the design and installation of the “Lest We Forget” crosswalks, funded from the Public Art Reserve. After reviewing with the Public Art Jury on March 6, 2025 – applicable changes to the banners have been submitted to the Artist to include in the artwork. As per the Jury Feedback, this feedback include: • Remove poppies • Add maple leaf to both designs with a white boarder around maple leaf • Re-order Images (top-maple leaf, middle-text, bottom-soldier(s) • Duplicate and flip so design is visible from both directions of crosswalk • Change brown background on both designs and explore alternatives: 1) weathered/vintage red brick texture Page 3 of 7 Item/ Ref # Details, Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) 2) solid red, requiring white boarder around red text, and maple leaf 3) traditional longitudinal crosswalk bars in a combination of white and red M. McFarland inquired if this installation will be displayed year-round. J. St. Amant stated the installation will be up all year – wrapped and protected. J. St. Amant is seeking endorsement from the Cultural Advisory Committee. Moved by D. Davis. All in favour. There were no additional questions. Carried. 6.2 – Public Art Award – Permanent Art Panels at Beachfront Park – for endorsement S. Barakov provided a brief overview regarding a request for proposals (RFP) for the Permanent Art Panels at Beachfront Park issued on January 14, 2025 to March 3, 2025 – to those who are Indigenous to Turtle Island. After deliberation, the Public Art Jury decided to award the opportunity to the following artists: • Tessa Shank • Emily Clairoux • Koren Smoke • Dee Barsy • Nyle Miigizi Johnstone In early April 2025, the selected artists concepts will be shared with the community, providing an opportunity for public engagement, learning, and feedback. The artwork will be finalized by late April, to allow time for fabrication and installation before the project opening in late June 2025. Page 4 of 7 Item/ Ref # Details, Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) S. Barakov is seeking endorsement from the Cultural Advisory Committee. There were no additional questions. Moved by D. Davis. All in favour. There were no additional questions. Carried. 6.3 – Shortlist PHCC (Front of Building) – for endorsement S. Barakov provided a brief overview regarding the Call to Artists – Expression of Interest (EOI) Public Art Commission, Pickering Heritage Community Center- Front of Building issued on December 13, 2024. 35 Submissions were collected, 26 advanced to the Public Art Jury stage. D. Thompson proposes the question regarding the budget. S. Barakov states that the budget reflect our policies due to this artwork being permanent – to be landmarked for more than 10 years. S. Roumatar proposes the question to how the artist will decide on the materials used for the artwork. S. Barakov states that the artists will provide a list of materials suited for the art piece, prior to installation. The community will also be able to vote on their favored artwork design during ArtFest in May. Moved by J. Dushanthi. All in favour. There were no additional questions. Carried. 6.4 – Shortlist Celebration of Ernie Coombs – for endorsement S. Barakov provided a brief overview Based on the Call to Artists – Expression of Interest (EOI) Public Art Commission: Celebration of Ernie Coombs (Attachment 1), issued on December 6, 2024, Page 5 of 7 Item/ Ref # Details, Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) Cultural Services received a total of 20 submissions from artists and artist collectives worldwide. The Call was open from December 6, 2024, to February 13, 2025. The shortlist artists are: • Anaisa and David • Kseniya Tsoy • Linfeng Zhou J. Dushanthi inquires if there was additional feedback from the Public Art Jury. S. Barakov responds, stating the Public Art Jury were extremely impressed with all of the applicants and received positive feedback. Moved by M. McFarland. All in favour. There were no additional questions. Carried. 6.5 – Pickering Museum Village – Update V. Karakian provided a brief update regarding the Pickering Museum Village and their upcoming travel exhibit that will take place at different locations such as – Shops at Pickering City Center, Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex, Pickering Public Library and more to be determined. V. Karakian provided a brief overview regarding Program Highlights to come and return for the upcoming season. Some returning programs include – Mother’s Day Tea, Blacksmith and Woodworking Workshops, Fairy Tours, and more. New additions include – Fairy Tours After Dark, Little Sprouts, and Discovery Packs. V. Karakian states the Redman House Project us wrapping up. There were no additional questions. Page 6 of 7 Item/ Ref # Details, Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) Carried. 6.6 – Pickering Arts Culture Engagement (PACE) Subcommittee – Update M. McFarland provided an update regarding the PACE Committees meeting. As per the previous Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting – the PACE Committee has proposed distributing the survey as reviewed to the 29 cultural organizations for their feedback. Additionally, M. McFarland brought forth discussion with ideas regarding correlating the 25th Anniversary of Pickering into Cultural Fusion. C. Farrell advises that he connect with the Event Lead for their input. C. Farrel also advises in the coming weeks to have a Cultural Advisory Representative and/or PACE representative to attend the Cultural Fusion Event meeting to provide their input. Moved by S. Ramoutar. All in favour. There were no additional questions. Carried. 6.7 – Delegation to Council to present CAC 2024 Year End Report and 2025 Work Plan J. St. Amant advised the Cultural Advisory Committee of the Council meeting that will be held on May 26, 2025, where they will present and review the CAC 2024 Year End Report and 2025 Work Plan. J. St. Amant advises if any of our Cultural Advisory Members would like to delegate – to connect with D. Thompson. There were no additional questions. Carried. Page 7 of 7 Item/ Ref # Details, Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) 6.8 – Durham Region Women’s Day of Care – Community Event Consultation S. Ramoutar provided a brief overview regarding the event that was hosted by herself that was dedicated to spreading awareness of chronic illnesses within women. During the event she hosted vendors included – holistic practitioners, activities for children, spa activities, and more. Women were able to share stories and feedback that helped with navigating their journeys. S. Ramoutar hopes to host another event and searches for sponsors/grants to do so. 7. Correspondence There was no additional correspondence to report. 8. Other Business There was no additional business to report. 9. Next Meeting – May 20, 2025 10. Adjournment Moved by all. Carried. Meeting Adjourned: 8:38 pm Copy: Director, Community Services