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June 16, 2026
Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Main Committee Room June 16, 2026 - 07:00 PM Members of the public may observe the meeting proceedings by viewing the livestream on the HTML Agenda or the archived video available on the City's website. For inquiries related to accessibility, please contact Legislative Services Phone: 905.420.4611 | Email: clerks@pickering.ca. Review and Approval of Agenda Disclosure of Interest Approval of Minutes May 19, 2026, Meeting Minutes Page 3 Delegations/Presentations City Centre Park – Concept Plan Presentation Page 7 Arnold Mostert, O.A.L.A., Manager, Landscape & Parks Development, Engineering Services Jeanne Ng, Architect, MJMA New Business Pickering Museum Village – June Update Page 29 Victoria Karakian, Supervisor, Museum Services, Pickering Museum Village Public Art - Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre West Garden - for endorsement Page 31 Ellen Tayles, Curator, Public Art, Cultural Services 1. 2. 3. 3.1 4. 4.1 5. 5.1 5.2 Public Art - Community Banner Series Shortlist – for endorsement Page 33 Jesse St. Amant, Coordinator, Cultural Services Cultural Strategic Plan, Museum Strategic Plan & Art in Public Spaces Plan – Update Page 102 Cristopher Farrell, Supervisor, Cultural Services Pickering Arts Culture Engagement (PACE) subcommittee – Update Other Business Correspondence Next Meeting - September 15, 2026 Adjournment 5.3 5.4 5.5 6. 7. 8. 9. Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda June 16, 2026 - 2 - 1 Present: S. Almeida - Schroen, Cultural Advisory Committee S. Barillaro - Cultural Advisory Committee Member Z. Kazi - Cultural Advisory Committee Member A. Palmer - Cultural Advisory Committee Member D. Thompson - Cultural Advisory Committee Member K. Roberts, Manager, Cultural Services C. Farrell - Supervisor, Cultural Services V. Karakian - Supervisor, Museum Services Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Main Committee Room May 19, 2026 - 07:00 PM J. St. Amant - Coordinator, Cultural Services (Staff Liaison) J. Currie - Legislative Coordinator (Recording Secretary) Regrets: J. Baricuatro - Cultural Advisory Committee Member D. Davis - Cultural Advisory Committee Member D. Jayawardena - Cultural Advisory Committee Member S. Ramoutar - Cultural Advisory Committee Member M. Nagy - City Councillor, Ward 2 1. Review and Approval of Agenda Moved By S. Barillaro That the agenda for the May 19, 2026 Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting be approved. Carried 2. Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. 3. Approval of Minutes 3.1 April 21, 2026, Meeting Minutes - 3 - Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes May 19, 2026 2 Moved By S. Almeida-Schroen That the Minutes of the April 21, 2026, Meeting of the Cultural Advisory Committee be approved. Carried 4. Delegations/Presentations There were no delegations. 5. New Business 5.1 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - City Events and Initiatives D. Machado-Yew Woon, Community Engagement Coordinator, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion appeared before the Committee via electronic connection to speak to the City of Pickering's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) events and initiatives. With the aid of a PowerPoint presentation, D. Machado-Yew Woon provided an overview of the City's 10-year EDI Strategy nothing that the Strategy focuses on five priority areas: education/awareness, structure/resources, community consultation, policies/programs, and measurement/accountability. Notable upcoming engagement opportunities included the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan renewal and the Anti-Black Racism Action Plan community survey. A brief question and answer period ensued between Committee Members and D. Machado-Yew Woon regarding: • clarification on the distinction between short, medium, and long-term goals within the 10-year strategy; • where to locate the Accessibility and Anti-Black Racism surveys for public feedback; and, • whether there were opportunities to receive future updates from the EDI team and align efforts and stay informed on each other's progress. 5.2 Pickering Museum Village - May Update V. Karakian, Supervisor, Museum Services, Pickering Museum Village, appeared before the Committee and advised that the Pickering Museum Village officially opened for the season on the weekend of May 16-17, 2026 and was now located at the new Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre (DCHC). V. Karakian highlighted the Summer Programming which included the new Duffins Creek Festival, Parent and - 4 - Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes May 19, 2026 3 Tot programs, and skill based Adult Programs. 5.3 Cultural Strategic Plan Presentation P. Huntsman, Culture & Communication Consultant appeared before the Committee via electronic connection to speak to the Cultural Strategic Plan and presented the draft 10-year Cultural Strategic Plan on screen. P. Huntsman advised that the Plan emphasized safety and sustainability and served as a high-level guiding document that integrated with other City strategies, such as the EDI Plan and the Arts and Public Places Plan. P. Huntsman encouraged the public and the Committee to provide feedback through various consultation channels. A question and answer period ensued between the Committee Members and P. Huntsman regarding: • how the City plans to collect and analyze "positive feedback" as a quantitative performance indicator; • how climate change, sustainability, and and urban design were integrated into the broader cultural plan; and, • what methods of feedback collection were being used, and whether the Committee's feedback should be directed to staff. 5.4 Pickering Arts Culture Engagement (PACE) Subcommittee - Update It was noted that PACE would participate in the upcoming Cultural Fusion event, either to represent the Cultural Advisory Committee, showcase the mosaic project, or to help engage with residents. 5.5 Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting Schedule - Update J. St. Amant, Coordinator, Cultural Services provided that there are three public art projects to be reviewed by the Cultural Advisory Committee before the end of the current Council Term, and that an additional meeting should be scheduled in September. Moved By A. Palmer That the Cultural Advisory Committee endorse an additional fully virtual meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, to review the Public Art Jury selections. Carried - 5 - Cultural Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes May 19, 2026 4 6. Other Business • J. St. Amant requested that two Cultural Advisory Committee members serve on the Public Art Jury for one week in June and one week in September. • J. St. Amant advised that the grand opening invitation for the Dorsay Community and Heritage Centre would be forwarded to Committee members. • J. St. Amant advised that the EDI presentation materials would be forwarded to Committee members. • K. Roberts advised that a showcase event would be held at the Dorsay Community and Heritage Centre to highlight the facility as an event venue, including for weddings. • S. Almeida advised that information provided by the Durham Anti-Racism Taskforce regarding two upcoming events would be shared with the Committee. 7. Correspondence There was no correspondence. 8. Next Meeting - June 16, 2026 9. Adjournment Moved By Z. Kazi That the meeting be adjourned. Carried The meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m. - 6 - - 7 - - 8 - - 9 - - 10 - - 11 - - 12 - - 13 - - 14 - - 15 - - 16 - - 17 - - 18 - - 19 - - 20 - - 21 - - 22 - - 23 - - 24 - - 25 - - 26 - - 27 - - 28 - Memo To: Cultural Advisory Committee June 16, 2026 From: Victoria Karakian Supervisor, Museum Services Copy: Director, Community Services Manager, Cultural Services Subject: Pickering Museum Village - Museum Update H2Whoa! Groundwater Festival The new H2Woah! Groundwater Festival is an exciting new addition to Durham Region opportunities for experiential environmental education. This education festival is a full day field trip opportunity that includes various activity stations and community partner booths focused on land stewardship and watersheds. Groundwater festivals, or Children’s Water Festivals, are well-established environmental education festivals, typically delivered by conservation authorities. In the GTA, existing festivals include the following: - September Oshawa Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority - May Waterloo Waterloo Region - Spring Newmarket York region - May Hamilton City of Hamilton Within this established landscape, the new Groundwater Festival at Pickering Museum Village on May 29, 2026, stands out as a high-quality, locally tailored program that aligns with Groundwater Festival expectations while offering a uniquely integrated museum-based experience. The Museum site borders Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) land, with Duffins Creek flowing through the entire property, and is situated in Greenwood within Ontario’s Greenbelt. The first run of this program welcomed three schools, some coming as far away as Lakefield, Ontario. Programming included the following: - A First Nations opening and closing led by Valerie Byers (Pickering Public Library), grounding participants in place, honouring Indigenous peoples’ deep connection to the land, and reinforcing the shared responsibility to care for and protect the earth. - 29 - June 16, 2026 Page 2 of 2 Pickering Museum Village – Museum Update - Rain to River: demonstrating watershed dynamics, runoff, and pollution pathways through a visually impactful model. - Creekside Investigators: authentic field science experience, combining observation, testing, and ecological interpretation. - Water Through Time: connecting historical context with physical activity, making the evolution of water access relatable and memorable. - The Incredible Journey: introducing the water cycle through movement and play, reinforcing systems thinking. - Water Works Lab: encouraging engineering thinking and experimentation, emphasizing problem-solving and iteration. - Community partner activity stations including Child & Nature Alliance of Canada, Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, and Toronto Region Conservation Authority. Pickering Museum Village offered some of these activities at the public Duffins Creek Festival the following day, Saturday, May 30. VK:dg - 30 - Memo To: Cultural Advisory Committee June 16, 2026 From: Ellen Tayles-Armstrong Curator, Public Art Copy: Director, Community Services Manager, Cultural Services Supervisor, Cultural Services Subject: Public Art Commission – Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre – West Garden - For Endorsement Background: The Call to Artists –- Expression of Interest (EOI) Public Art Commission: Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre – West Garden, was issued on March 9, 2026. Cultural Services received a total of 32 submissions from artists and artist collectives worldwide. The Call was open from March 9 to March 27, 2026. As specified in the Call to Artists, this project seeks a permanent outdoor public artwork to be installed in the West Garden, adjacent to the Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre in Pickering. Submissions were evaluated based on eligibility, adherence to submission guidelines, and demonstrated experience in creating permanent public art. The Public Art Jury met on April 9, 2026, to review the 32 submissions. After deliberation, the jury shortlisted three artists to move forward with the development of an art concept. Final design proposals from the three shortlisted artists were due on June 5, 2026. Short-listed artists were paid a fee of $1,500 (including HST if applicable) for their submission of a complete conceptual design proposal. The Public Art Jury met again on June 10, 2026, to select the final artist for the commission of this project. As a result of that meeting, the Public Art Jury is recommending that the commission of this public art project be awarded to (TBC) (Attachment 1). Funding: There is $125,000 including HST available for this opportunity from the 502520.10207.9710 Program & Event Supps – Public Art Program. - 31 - June 16, 2026 Page 2 of 2 Public Art Commission – Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre – West Garden Next steps: The selected artists will be notified and subsequently, the City will enter into an agreement with the awarded artists for the Public Art Commission of the Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre – West Garden project. Pending endorsement of the final designs at the June 16, 2026 CAC meeting, a Report to Council will be presented during the (TBD) Executive Committee Meeting for final endorsement. Discussion: Currently, Community Services is seeking endorsement to award the Public Art Commission of the Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre – West Garden project to artists: (TBD) ET:dg Attachment 1: Artist Proposal - TBD - 32 - Memo To: Cultural Advisory Committee June 16, 2026 From: Jesse St. Amant Coordinator, Cultural Services Copy: Director, Community Services Manager, Cultural Services Supervisor, Cultural Services Subject: Community Banner Series – Shortlist (TOP 5) - For Endorsement File: S-1000-013 Public Art Background: The Community Banner Series call for expression of interest (EOI) invite artists starting on April 24, 2026, to identify their intent to design street banners that will animate and transform the streetscape into welcoming and engaging spaces. Artists were asked to include a resume/CV, references, a brief artist statement outlining interest in project, showing relevant experience, ability, and general artistic approach, and a maximum of 10 images of past work. Design proposals were not included at this stage. The City invited artists to respond to this call by May 29, 2026, and received 47 applications. Of those EOI’s received, 30 were selected for review by the Public Art Jury who were called upon to review the submissions and identified a top 5 shortlist. The Public Art Jury reviewed the 30 EOI’s the week of June 1, 2026, and have identified a top 5 shortlist based on artistic excellence and demonstrated or perceived ability to create and execute an innovative, engaging public artwork that is complementary to the overall design scheme and community context. A copy of each selected artist EOI has been included. The artists selected by the Jury to proceed to stage 1 include: Nicole Bachan (Attachment 1), Bau & Cos Studio (Attachment 2), Ryan Smeeton (Attachment 3), Jason Zante (Attachment 4), Meegan Lim (Attachment 5). Next Steps: The top 5 short-list selected artists as determined by the Public Art Jury will be invited to participate in stage 1. As part of stage 1, the shortlisted artists will be notified on June 17, 2026, and are invited to submit a conceptual design proposal for the series of seven (7) banners. Shortlisted artists will be paid a fee of $1,500 (+HST) for their submission of the conceptual design banner series by August 14, 2026. - 33 - June 16, 2026 Page 2 of 2 Community Banner Series The top 3 artists selected at the end of stage 1 by the Public Art Jury will proceed to stage 2 where they will complete their final designs for fabricated and installed on Kingston Road and Valley Farm Road in December 2026. These banners will be on display for 2 years. Decisions of the Public Art Jury are reviewed by the Cultural Advisory Committee and are final, pending approval of the Director, Community Services as per the Community Banner Policy CUL 140. Discussion: Community Services is requesting that the Cultural Advisory Committee endorse the Top 5 Artist Shortlist for the Community Banner Series moving onto stage 1 as selected by the Public Art Jury. Those artists include Nicole Bachan, Bau & Cos Studio, Ryan Smeeton, Jason Zante, Meegan Lim. JSA:dg Attachments 1: NicoleBachanEOI_CommunityBanner2026.pdf 2: Bautista_EOICommunityBanner2026.pdf 3: Smeeton_EOI_CommunityBanner2026.pdf 4: Zante_EOI-CommunityBanner2026.pdf 5: Community Banners Series - (Meegan Lim).pdf - 34 - Expression of Interest (EOI) Prepared for City of Pickering By Meegan Lim 2026 Community Banners Series - 35 - Dear City of Pickering’s Cultural Services and Community Services teams, and the Public Art Jury, As a freelance illustrator and community arts facilitator, I am excited by the opportunity to contribute to the City of Pickering’s Community Banner Series. My illustration practice centers on themes of food, culture, and community care, brought to life through bold colour, detailed design, and inclusive visual storytelling. I approach every public art project with a commitment to research, cultural sensitivity, and thoughtful representation. For this banner series, I will take special care to research and understand the local subject matter I depict, ensuring that my designs meaningfully reflect the spirit and diversity of Pickering’s communities. I bring professional experience working directly with the City of Pickering, as well as private clients throughout Durham Region. My background includes developing site-specific public artworks that are reproduced via large-scale print, including vinyl murals, street banners, and other fabricated displays. I am well-versed in the technical requirements of outdoor installations, from preparing scalable digital files to ensuring artwork readability at a distance, and designing with public safety, inclusivity, and durability in mind. Past projects include collaborations with STEPS Public Art, Community Care Durham, and Canadian Heritage, where I’ve led the creation of public-facing artworks that centre community identity and accessibility. I believe that public art should be welcoming, joyful, and rooted in place and that it should reflect and celebrate the people who live there. The City of Pickering’s commitment to repurposing retired banners and engaging local identity aligns closely with my own values as a sustainability-conscious and community-oriented artist. I can guarantee that the artwork created will satisfy the City and community’s needs, while exceeding expectations through thoughtful, high-quality design and a clear, efficient project process from start to finish. I would be honoured to contribute a banner series that brings beauty, pride, and resonance to Pickering’s public streetscape. Regards, Meegan Lim Artist Statement - 36 - Project 1: Mapping Memories - My Neighbourhood, Brampton, ON Year: 2023 Scope: Interior & exterior vinyl mural installed on windows (digitally rendered) Budget: $7,700.00 for artist fee (full budget not managed by artist) Description: Commissioned by the City of Brampton, “Mapping Memories” aimed to engage local youth in local recreation and community centers across the City. A series of community-engaged workshops informed the creative direction of a vinyl mural showcasing memories associated with the surrounding neighborhood. The mural is installed by the Centre’s pool area both in the interior and exterior windows. - 37 - Project 2: Apple A Day Banner Exhibition, Brampton, ON Year: 2024-2025 Scope: Exterior banners installed on windows (mixed-media & digitally rendered) Budget: Full budget not managed by artist Description: Working with the Peel Art Gallery, Museum + Archives (PAMA), Lim’s “Apple A Day” illustrations were displayed on the institution’s exterior banners. The work discussed the topical issue of food insecurity and sovereignty in an approachable way for viewers of all ages and walks of life to engage with the social issue so many Canadian experience. In addition to the exhibit, the artist worked with local organizations to develop programming such as youth-centered arts workshops and panel talks with professionals working in the field. The exhibit gained media attention from CBC Metro Morning and was featured in their holiday special fundraising for food insecurity. - 38 - Project 3: Chasing Fire Through Time, Brampton, ON Year: 2025 Scope: Digital artwork as vinyl mural installed on garage doors Budget: $7,500.00 for artist fee (full budget not managed by artist) Description: Commissioned by the City of Brampton, this mural follows Brampton Fire across the past, present and future with their uniforms, tools and equipment evolving as they work together to fight fire. This mural celebrates the service’s history, diversity, and long-standing commitment to protecting the community. - 39 - Project 4: Reflections of Riverstone, Brampton, ON Year: 2025 Scope: Exterior acrylic paint on ACM board Budget: $7,500.00 (full-budget not managed by artist) Description: Across the street from Fire Station #213, lives this animated sign adorned with a multi-layered mural on ACM representing the natural and communal spirit of the surrounding neighbourhood. - 40 - Project 5: Roots of Care Mural, Whitby, ON Year: 2025 Scope: Acrylic Latex on Drywall, 11’x10’ Budget: $7,800.00 Description: Commissioned by Community Care Durham-Whitby, this mural was inspired by the organizations foundational values, illustrated through a vibrant community garden that celebrates collective care and mutual support. Scattered throughout the mural are nods to gardening activities, meaningful flowers, and key services offered by CCD. All working together to reflect the shared effort it takes to nurture a healthy, connected community. - 41 - Project 6: Celestial Tapestry, Brampton, ON Year: 2024 Scope: Exterior acrylic latex and aerosols on a multi-surface building, approx. 1,800 sq.ft Budget: Full budget not managed by artist. Description: Commissioned by the City of Brampton and managed by Mural Routes, “Celestial Tapestry” is the final accumulation of a 2-week professional development program for mural artists guided by Fatspatrol and Rob Matejka. The concept for this mural revolves around the idea of transition and transformation. Interested in the metamorphosis of the space, being next to a transit hub, and the impermanence of the building itself, the artists featured a transition of day into night. Considering the existing Move With Love mural by Bareket Kezwer, the artists intentionally carried the waves of colors and organic motion from the connecting design. - 42 - Project 7: Daniels Block 2 Mural, Brampton, ON Year: 2024 Scope: Painted exterior mural Budget: $41,000.00 (accounts for artist fees and materials, admin budget with STEPS is not included) Description: Commissioned by Daniels Corporation and STEPS Public Art, Fuelled by Coffee Collective (Meegan Lim, Christine Kilfoil, Mackenzie Coleman, and Tenzin Tsering) was selected to create a contemporary and welcoming mural on the exterior of their Uniti condo building in Brampton, Ontario. The collective collaborated with the client to create a design that reflects the Mount Pleasant neighborhood of Brampton, as well as, the building’s interior and marketing design. - 43 - Project 8: The Anne and Maud Murals, Pickering, ON Year: 2022 Scope: Exterior panel mural (digitally rendered) Budget: $16,000.00 for artist fee (full budget not managed by artist) Description: Working with the City of Pickering’s Culture and Community Programming Team in collaboration with Pickering Public Library, two original murals were developed to celebrate the Anne and Maud Tourism experience which marks the partnership between the City of Pickering with the Township of Uxbridge, home of Lucy Maud. The murals highlight Pickering Library activations centered around the novels. Also commemorates the Pickering Museum Village as the filming location for many movies and television shows about the Anne of Green Gables books. - 44 - Project 9: Beyond the Plate Storefront Exhibit, Brampton, ON Year: 2021 Scope: Exterior vinyl mural installed on exterior storefronts (digitally rendered) Budget: $5,000.00 for artist fee (full budget not managed by artist) Description: Commissioned by the City of Brampton and STEPS Public Art, this vinyl mural exhibition by Meegan Lim was created to activate vacant storefronts along the city’s downtown Main Street. The project is a celebration of the prominent cuisines and food practices found in Brampton, such as Filipino, Portuguese, and Bengali cuisines. - 45 - Project 10: Fins to Feathers at Corktown Footbridge, Ottawa, ON Year: 2024 Scope: Exterior vinyl mural installed on stair risers Budget: $5,000.00 for artist fee (full budget not managed by artist) Description: This year, Canadian Heritage sought dynamic, impactful images that convey the theme of “Call and Response” to be installed on exterior stairs in Ottawa. Fins to Feathers was chosen as the artwork as it considered the conversation between the artist and location and the viewer of the artwork. This particular pair of illustrations work harmoniously together as a diptych that considers the public art activation site of the Corktown Bridge Steps. As one would walk down the west Corktown steps, they would follow the descent, diving direction of the fish that looks to the east to respond. - 46 - References Stoyan Barokov City of Peterborough Manager, Cultural Services Phone: (705) 933-8941 Email: sbarakov@peterborough.ca Erin Glover City of Brampton Acting Manager, Cultural Programming, Cultural Services Phone: (416) 505-6096 Email: erin.glover@brampton.ca Liza Mishko STEPS Public Art Cultural Planner Phone: (416) 879-6233 Email: liza@stepspublicart.org - 47 - BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO Andres Ulises Bautista Novka Ćosović 78 Lawrence Crescent Bowmanville ON L1C 1J5 416 602 3381 info@bauandcos.com www.bauandcos.com Expressions of Interest: Community Banner Series, City of Pickering - 48 - BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 02/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM ARTIST STATEMENT We have a great interest in City of Pickering’s everyday transitional spaces and future community banner series; they are in-between spaces from A to B. While walking or driving, people look down at their devices or dashboard as they pass through these street light poles. These pedestrians and drivers are the regular commuters of Pickering, who have used these infrastructure and roads multiple times for years. When environments become extremely familiar, we start to pay less attention to the ordinary details in the background. We see opportunities to break the monotonous cycle by creating an artistic intervention. What is unique about city planning and infrastructure is that the paths of circulation give the commuters a choice of going in multiple directions; these routes form deep portal points of entry and exit. Being able to only see their bus stop or trying to beat the green light as quickly as possible sets up a design challenge of how to create a moment of pause. How can we break the “tunnel vision” through an art form which can perhaps lead to the manipulation of space? We aim to use our experience and design abilities to create a narrative-specific art work series for the City of Pickering. We believe that the concepts of movement and pauses can create a syntax in which commuters will be able to visually guide themselves via the series of artwork banners. Whether it is an uncanny or extravagant piece, our goal would be to capture the commuter’s attention for more than a few seconds, enough for them to think of Pickering differently or question its intent. A relevant experience that reflects our ongoing interest in transitional space is our Living Root Bridge project for City of Mississauga. The city is promoting their native wildlife and plant species around Lake Aquitaine Park and trails to the public, as there have been encounters with wildlife. With Councillor Pat Saito’s influence, we illustrated a living-root-bridge for Derry Road in Meadowvale. The panels serve as a reminder to residents to be welcoming. As Mississauga continues to educate the public on preventing encounters with such animals, our illustrations promote a symbiotic relation between wildlife and citizens. At first from afar, the animals do not appear on the panels, but they are in fact camouflaged and will always be present in Mississauga. Our ongoing interest in transitional spaces, narrative driven design, and human scale installations can fortify our ideas for a driven artwork within the infrastructure of Pickering. The intervention is to be deliberate, thoughtful, and to create a sense of wonder, pause and reflection. It can sneak up on the pedestrian and inform them in a way that it cannot be missed. Our artistic process includes research-based design as a starting point, to influence the manipulation of space, material, light, and shadow. We aim to bring our experience in construction and management, our developed sensitivity of stakeholders and end users, and apply this knowledge to your call-to-artists. The opportunity to tackle your request is very compelling as there are multiple viewports to look through. With our skills in project management and human scale art installations, we feel that we are prepared to take on this challenge and hope to demonstrate our ideas in Stage Two. FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 49 - TEAM MEMBER NAMES Andres Ulises Bautista PROFICIENCY Public Art Architecture Project Management QUALIFICATIONS Licensed Architect, OAA PMP Certificate, University of Toronto Master of Architecture, University of Toronto SELECTED EXPERIENCE IN PUBLIC ART, COMMERCIAL ART, AND EXHIBITIONS Current Still Crossing, for Simcoe Transit Terminal Public Art Shortlist, City of Peterborough, ON Woven, for Oakville Centre for Performing Arts, Town of Oakville, ON 2024 Sky Converter, Public Art Shortlist for Christie Station, Toronto Transit Commission, ON The Trail Commuters, on Winston Churchill Boulevard, City of Mississauga, ON 2023 Living Root Bridge, on Derry Road, City of Mississauga, ON 2021 Bridge on the Tuck, on Regal Road, City of Burlington, ON 2019 Airport, for Myseum Intersection, Myseum of Toronto, ON Bedroom, for Myseum Intersection, Myseum of Toronto, ON Perverted Spaces, Diagrams and Illustrations, Zoryan Institute of Canada, ON 2018 Magnetism Electricity Atomic Particle Light Wall, Ontario Science Centre, Toronto ON Weather Balloons, Vancouver Mural Festival, BC Beyond Human Limits Exhibition, Science North, Sudbury ON Wind-Spinners, Bud Light Dreams Music Festival, Toronto ON Birdwalk, Allbirds Shoes, Toronto ON 2017 More is Coming, Livmore’s Construction Hoarding, Toronto ON Crystal Castle, Pride Week, Toronto ON Arto Lifewtr Activation, TIFF, Toronto ON Block Party Moss Wall, Red Bull, Toronto ON Living Mosaic Exhibition, Riverdale Gallery, Toronto ON Cloud Gate Reimagined, Google, Chicago IL 2016 The Museum, for Nuit Blanche, City of Toronto, ON The Observatory, Design Exchange, Toronto ON Security Mirrors, Convenience RestoBar, Toronto ON 2012 Public Notation, Dumbo Art Festival, New York City NY CURRICULUM VITAE BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 03/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 50 - SELECTED EXPERIENCE IN ARCHITECTURAL PROJECTS AND MANAGEMENT Current 86 Chudleigh Ave, Residential, Toronto ON 9 King St East Condominium, Gananoque ON 740 King St West New Rental Building, Gananoque ON 140 Garden St Mid-rise Renovation, Gananoque ON 50 King St East, Heritage/Residential Building, Brockville ON 2 Addison Cres, Residential, Toronto ON 2021 31 Lippincott St, Residential, Toronto ON 32 Scanlon Pl, Landscape and Pool, Hamilton ON 2020 Meridian Hall with TO Live, Bar Renovation, Toronto ON Meridian Hall with TO Live, Roof Replacement and Soffit Repairs, Toronto ON 2019 3 Daniels St, New Building Residential, Toronto ON 2016 Convenience RestoBar, Toronto ON AWARDS 2025 Winner for People’s Choice, for Living Root Bridge, Mississauga Urban Design Awards BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 04/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 51 - TEAM MEMBER NAMES Novka Ćosović PROFICIENCY Public Art Architecture Project Management QUALIFICATIONS Master of Architecture, University of Toronto SELECTED EXPERIENCE IN PUBLIC ART, COMMERCIAL ART, AND EXHIBITIONS Current Still Crossing, for Simcoe Transit Terminal Public Art Shortlist, City of Peterborough, ON Public Art Jury Member, for City of Mississauga, ON Woven, Oakville Centre for Performing Arts, Town of Oakville, ON 2024 Sky Converter, Public Art Shortlist for Christie Station, Toronto Transit Commission, ON The Trail Commuters, on Winston Churchill Boulevard, City of Mississauga, ON 2023 Living Root Bridge, on Derry Road, City of Mississauga, ON 2021 Bridge on the Tuck, on Regal Road, City of Burlington, ON 2019 Airport for Myseum Intersection, Myseum of Toronto, ON Bedroom for Myseum Intersection, Myseum of Toronto, ON 2018 Magnetism Electricity Atomic Particle Light Wall, Ontario Science Centre, Toronto ON Weather Balloons, Vancouver Mural Festival, BC Beyond Human Limits Exhibition, Science North, Sudbury ON Wind-Spinners, Bud Light Dreams Music Festival, Toronto ON Birdwalk, Allbirds Shoes, Toronto ON 2017 More is Coming, Livmore’s Construction Hoarding, Toronto ON Crystal Castle, Pride Week, Toronto ON Arto Lifewtr Activation, TIFF, Toronto ON Block Party Moss Wall, Red Bull, Toronto ON Living Mosaic Exhibition, Riverdale Gallery, Toronto ON Cloud Gate Reimagined, Google, Chicago IL 2016 The Museum, for Nuit Blanche, City of Toronto, ON The Observatory, Design Exchange, Toronto ON Security Mirrors, Convenience RestoBar, Toronto ON 2012 Public Notation, Dumbo Art Festival, New York City NY CURRICULUM VITAE BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 05/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 52 - SELECTED EXPERIENCE IN ARCHITECTURAL PROJECTS AND MANAGEMENT Current 86 Chudleigh Ave, Residential, Toronto ON 9 King St East Condominium, Gananoque ON 740 King St West New Rental Building, Gananoque ON 140 Garden St Mid-rise Renovation, Gananoque ON 50 King St East, Heritage/Residential Building, Brockville ON 2 Addison Cres, Residential, Toronto ON 2021 31 Lippincott St, Residential, Toronto ON 32 Scanlon Pl, Landscape and Pool, Hamilton ON 2020 Meridian Hall with TO Live, Bar Renovation, Toronto ON Meridian Hall with TO Live, Roof Replacement and Soffit Repairs, Toronto ON 2019 3 Daniels St, New Building Residential, Toronto ON 2016 Convenience RestoBar, Toronto ON EXHIBITIONS 2017 Living Mosaic - A Cartography of Origins and Settlement, Riverdale Gallery AWARDS 2025 Winner for People’s Choice, for Living Root Bridge, Mississauga Urban Design Awards 2017 Winning Author (3rd place), in the ‘What’s Your Story’ Writing Competition, Open Books PUBLICATION 2019 Cosovic, Novka. “Diagrams of Perverted Spaces” Genocide Studies, Zoryan Institute. 2017 Cosovic, Novka. “It’s Just a Pool” Open Books 2017 Anthology. 14-16. 2015 Cosovic, Novka. “Ometepe Island” On-Site Review Magazine, #30. 18-21. 2013 Cosovic, Novka. “The Museum” On-Site Review Magazine, #30. 60-65. BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 06/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 53 - BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 07/17 01 WOVEN 78 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS Detail View of the Owl in ćilim Motifs View of the Raccoon and Owl in ćilim Motifs from inside the Main Entrance Description: By creating a lexicon of ćilim rugs inspired by the local wildlife, our illustrations aim to visually weave various stylistic patterns to bring the old world experience of embroidery and storytelling into a modern digital artform. Woven is a cross-cultural experience artwork that reimagines our native wildlife via a playful ćilim-inspired language that intrigues a sense of wonder to its viewers. Location: Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts Cost: $2,000.00 (Design Only)Materials: 50% Opacity Perforated VinylScale: 1.89 by 3.86 metres Year: Current Role: Awarded Artists - 54 - 02 LIVING ROOT BRIDGE BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 08/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM Right: Ink-Print of an Eastern Painted Turtle and Common Arrowhead Installation of the Bridge’s South Side Description: Drawn by a need to bring nature back to the city, the ink-printed polycarbonate panels beautify the bridge and the surrounding environment with an immersive interplay of light and shadow, and the language of camouflage. Location: Derry Road Pedestrian Bridge, MississaugaCost: $65,000.00 Materials: Ink-printed on polycarbonate panels, custom steel hardware. Scale: 1.2 by 39.6 metres Year: December 2023 Role: Awarded Artists FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 55 - Vinyl Mural, Illustration During the Day 03 STILL CROSSING BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 09/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM Ground & Facade Relation, Rendering During the Day Description: Inspired by the Otonabee River and Little Lake, the proposed illustrated linear gesture of flight introduces movement – of water, sky, and passage – against the ribbed precast concrete panels. The artwork promotes life and non-uniformity, to escape from confinement of the existing precast structure. Location: Peterborough Bus Terminal, 190 Simcoe St, Peterborough Cost: $100,000.00 Materials: Paint, vinyl Scale: 74.7 by 10.3 by 11.8 metres Year: September 2026 Role: Pending FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 56 - 10/17 04 THE BRIDGE ON THE TUCK BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 78 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM Close-Up of Locals Walking to School Panels on the Bridge’s North Side Description: Our design came through people watching. Inspired by Ivo Andrić’s novel, Bridge on the Drina, we created panels to reflect the everyday life on Tuck Bridge, making them fun and relatable piece. Location: Regal Road Bridge, Burlington Cost: $6,000.00 (Design Only) Materials: CNC powder-coated stainless steel panels. Scale: .75 by 15 metres Year: November 2021 Role: Awarded Artists FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 57 - BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 11/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM 05 BIRDWALK Initial Illustrations Vinyl Illustrations of Toronto’s Skyline Description: The runway compassed Toronto’s personality including concrete sidewalk, a wooden boardwalk, and stone along the pathway with the skyline in the backdrop. The space was designed with the functionality of the shoes in mind. The pathway created a community with a sharable way for visitors to test their new shoes. Location: Allbirds, 700 Queen St W, Toronto Cost: $100,000.00 Materials: Vinyl, studs, drywall, felt, wiggle board.Scale: 7.4 by 3.6 metres Year: April 2018 Role: Awarded Artists FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 58 - BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 12/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM 06 PLANTS AND ANIMALS OF MEADOWVALE Description: As helpful guides on Meadowvale’s Plants and Animals for locals and visitors, we want to give pedestrians and commuters a fresh view on the intersection of their natural and built environment. Location: Derry Road Pedestrian Bridge, Mississauga Cost: $15,000.00 Materials: Spray paint, stencils. Scale: 2.5 by 5 metres Year: Current Role: Awarded Artists Render of Concept on West Concrete Pillar Illustrations of Meadowvale’s Plants and Animals FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 59 - 07 TRAIL COMMUTERS BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 13/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM Ink-Print of an Amputee Blade Runner Installation of the Bridge’s North Side Description: Flann O’Brien’s The Third Policeman is one of our literary precedents for the transportation art installation. Our illustrations show commuters migrating from one side to another. The shadows of the figures create a second environment, mirroring the movement. Location: Lake Wabukayne Bridge, Mississauga Cost: $65,000.00 Materials: Ink-printed on polycarbonate panels, custom steel hardware. Scale: 1.4 by 38.9 metres Year: July 2024 Role: Awarded Artists FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 60 - 08 MAGNETISM ELECTRICITY ATOMIC PARTICLE BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 14/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM Detail View of CNC’ed Perforation View of the Responsive Light Wall Description: To demonstrate magnetism, electricity, and atomic particles, we installed responsive light on the back of the illustrated abstract graphics to make the piece more engaging. Location: Ontario Science Centre, Toronto Cost: $90,000.00 Materials: CNC powder-coated aluminum panels, steel channels, and motion sensor light. Scale: 2.4 by 10 metres Year: March 2018 Role: Awarded Artists FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 61 - 78 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 15/17 09 SKY CONVERTER Triptych Photographs of Material Sample Lenticular 3D Print Render of Pedestrian Perspective from Ticket Booth Description: As finalists for Toronto Transit Commission’s Christie Station Public Artwork, the artwork’s main objectives are to remind commuters to be self-aware; to bring the atmosphere of Christie Pits Park into Christie Station so that commuters would experience a harmonious extension of the park. The material produces an analog movement effect, making clouds appear to move. Location: Christie Station Cost: $180,000.00 Materials: Lenticular printed varnish, steel “C” channels with flat bar, aircraft cables.Scale: 1.21 by 13.68 metres Year: January 2024 Role: Shortlisted Artists FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 62 - 10 VIDEO GAME NOSTALGIA BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO 16/1778 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM Exterior Mural of PIxelated Characters Security Mirror Installation with Hand-Stitched Sign Description: Wanting to bring a sense of nostalgia to Toronto’s West Queen West neighbourhood, the security mirrors ignites childhood memories of biking to convenience stores. Location: Convenience Restobar, 1184 Queen St W, Toronto Cost: $80,000.00 Materials: Yarn stitching, pegboard, security mirrors, vinyl, spray paint, stenciling. Scale: 5 by 2.1 metres Year: March 2021 Role: Commissioned Artists FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 63 - BAU AND ĆOS STUDIO PROJECT REFERENCES Tonia Di Risio re: 01 - Woven Program Supervisor, Culture Town of Oakville 905-845-6601 ext. 4614 (office) tonia.dirisio@oakville.ca Philippa (Pip) French re: 02 - Living Root bridge Curator, Public Art City of Mississauga 905-615-3200 ext. 4675 (office) philippa.french@mississauga.ca 78 LAWRENCE CRES BOWMANVILLE ONTARIO 416 602 3381 INFO@BAUANDCOS.COM 17/17 FOR PICKERING’S COMMUNITY BANNERS - 64 - Nicole Bachan - Artist Statement | Pickering Community Banners I explore storytelling through space, image, and emotion. With a background in interior design, I approach art through the lens of atmosphere and human experience, creating work that transforms environments into visually engaging and emotionally resonant experiences. My practice spans painting, digital illustration, installation work, and spatial experimentation, often investigating perception, memory, materiality, and narrative. I am drawn to creating work that feels immersive and visually impactful while remaining accessible to a broad audience. Art has always been my primary form of communication and storytelling. I am interested in how imagery, colour, composition, and spatial relationships can evoke emotion, curiosity, and connection. I enjoy creating pieces that encourage viewers to slow down, observe closely, and engage with their surroundings in a different way. Whether through physical installations, painted work, or digital media, I aim to create experiences that are memorable, thoughtful, and visually striking. Public art is especially meaningful to me because of its ability to exist within everyday life. Unlike traditional gallery settings, public artworks become part of shared community experiences and have the ability to transform ordinary spaces into places of reflection, interaction, and identity. I am interested in how public art can contribute to a city’s atmosphere, making spaces feel more vibrant, welcoming, and connected to the people who move through them daily. I believe accessible visual experiences are important within public environments, and I value artwork that can speak to diverse audiences while still carrying conceptual depth. Having lived in Pickering for most of my life, this opportunity feels especially meaningful to me. The city has shaped many of my experiences growing up, and I have a strong appreciation for its evolving public spaces, natural landscapes, and sense of community. Creating artwork for a place that has long felt like home adds a personal layer to this project and further strengthens my interest in contributing work that feels welcoming, engaging, and connected to the community it exists within. In recent projects, I created a large-scale layered wood installation for the Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre, exploring how materiality can communicate the story of a place. Through carved and layered forms, the work referenced local landscapes, historical structures, and environmental features to create an installation that felt both contemporary and rooted in community identity. This experience further strengthened my interest in creating public-facing artwork that connects people to place through visual storytelling and material exploration. As an emerging artist, I am passionate about continuing to grow my experience within public art and community-based projects. I am excited by opportunities that allow me to contribute meaningful and engaging artwork to shared spaces while continuing to develop my voice as an artist and designer. Through this project, I hope to create a banner series that brings energy, colour, and visual storytelling into the streetscape while encouraging moments of curiosity, connection, and enjoyment for the community. - 65 - PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CE L L : 416-738-8718 E M A IL : NBA CHA N@ROG E RS . COM NI COL E BACHAN Bachelor of Interior Design Toronto Metropolitan University, School of Interior Design, Toronto Achievements: School Entrance Scholarship ($2000) Academics: Cumulative GPA: 3.9, International Travel Intensive: Cortona, Italy (2024) September 2022 - April 2026 EDUCATION I am an artist who creates with intention. Every piece I make is meant to connect, to tell a story, or to evoke meaning. My work is driven by a desire to go beyond form and surface, exploring the deeper relationships between materials, space, and the people who experience them. I aim to create work that resonates emotionally, conceptually, and visually. Inviting reflection, interaction, or a moment of connection. INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTIST & DESIGNER The Pickering Reading Circle Communications Leader A voluntary, non-profit program that provides literacy and mathematics tutoring to students. Managed and regularly updated social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook), increasing visibility and community engagement. Designed eye-catching promotional materials, including advertisements, flyers, and business cards, supporting outreach and recruitment efforts. Organized participant registration and coordinated volunteer teams, ensuring effective communication and smooth day-to-day logistics. Planned and executed large-scale events (Canada Day, Christmas, Halloween), handling everything from scheduling to decor and promotions. Oversaw daily program operations, resolving issues, managing schedules, and maintaining a positive environment for volunteers and students. Took on an all-rounder role, flexibly assisting across departments with creative direction, event coordination, and operational planning. 2019 - 2024 Reich&Petch Junior Interior Designer Exhibition and museum design firm specializing in immersive, narrative-driven spatial experiences Developed spatial plans and exhibition layouts supporting ongoing museum and exhibition design projects Produced 3D models and renderings to communicate spatial intent, narrative flow, and design concepts Contributed to presentation packages and design proposals, including diagrams, visual narratives, and concept development Supported exhibition design development through spatial storytelling, translating content and curatorial direction into built form Assisted in the creation of client-facing presentations, ensuring clarity, cohesion, and strong visual communication Participated in the development of design concepts through mood boards, material palettes, and visual research Maintained organization of project files, references, and design materials to support workflow across active projects Engaged in collaborative studio processes across planning, design development, and presentation preparation April 2026 - Present - 66 - Historys Horizon Art Installation | Pickering Dorsay Community & Heritage Center A layered wood installation reflecting the broader Pickering landscape and history. Layered wood forms depict the creeks, the Altona Forest, and the historic structures of Pickering Museum Village, connecting visitors to the city’s landscape and history. A majority of the wood is left in its natural tones, referencing the materials of the Community Centre, creating a harmonious integration between the artwork and space. Some colour onto the village allows for recognition of the highlighted buildings. A gold metal inlay of the sun serves as a play of light, adding warmth top the piece and visual interest. The design, set into the alcove, frames these landscapes as a window into Pickering’s stories, encouraging reflection and discovery. Designed and fabricated the layered wood mural using CNC, laser cutting, and handcraft methods. Produced detailed technical drawings for production and installation. Developed a site-responsive design reflecting local landscape and heritage. 2026 Canada Day T Shirt Designer – Community Commission | The Pickering Reading Circle Created commemorative t-shirt designs and promotional materials for a non-profit community tutoring program celebrating its work and impact each Canada Day. Designs reflected key milestones in the organization’s history while maintaining a strong connection to its identity and mission of accessible education and community support. Designed a series of Canada Day commemorative t-shirts and promotional flyers over a three-year period Developed milestone-focused visuals, including a 30th anniversary design featuring a laurel crown to symbolize longevity and collective achievement Incorporated educational imagery and the program’s motto “Educate, Enlighten, Empower” to reflect the organization’s values Produced engaging visuals that helped celebrate the program’s history while reinforcing its mission of learning, mentorship, and community empowerment 2020 - Present PROJECTS University Exhibitions Toronto Metropolitan University Develops original artwork for university shows, collaborative projects, and curated installations, transforming conceptual ideas into immersive visual experiences. Projects span drawing, painting, models, spatial compositions, and installations, each tailored to communicate narrative, explore material, and engage viewers. Designs and produces pieces that reflect conceptual themes and research, connecting visual elements to story and context Creates immersive spatial arrangements and installations that transform gallery or studio spaces into engaging experiences Explores art as a medium to evoke reflection, interaction, and emotional connection, encouraging audiences to engage thoughtfully with the work Events: Year-End Show (YES) 2023-2026, Cortona Night 2025 TMU, Open House, University Pop-ups on Campus. 2024-2026 AWARDS: ONTARIO SCHOLAR (2022), PICKERING CIVIC ARTS AWARD (2022), DEANS LIST (2023-2026) REFERENCES: Mala Mahabir - Pickering Reading Circle | Director pickeringreads@hotmail.com 416-779-6354 Jonathon Anderson - Toronto Metropolitan University j.anderson@torontomu.ca 647-551-3247 Ellen Tayles-Armstrong - City of Pickering | Art Curator etayles@pickering.ca 905-420-4660 ext. 3717 Vanessa Fragomeni - Erica Gelman Designs | Designer 647-461-3877 Kurtis Chen - Make Good Projects | Designer/Architect Kurtis@makegoodprojects.com 416-333-8659 - 67 - HISTORYS HORIZON History’s Horizon reflects the broader landscape and history of Pickering through a layered wood installation that invites quiet reflection. The composition traces elements of the city’s natural and cultural landscape, including its creeks, the Altona Forest, and the historic structures of Pickering Museum Village. These layered forms create depth and movement, connecting visitors to the landscapes that have shaped the community over time. The wood materiality reflects the natural tones of the Community Centre, creating a harmonious relationship between the artwork and its architectural setting. Select areas of colour highlight elements of the village, allowing recognizable buildings to emerge within the composition. A gold inlay of the sun introduces a subtle play of light, bringing warmth and visual interest to the piece as it catches changing light throughout the day. The piece will act like a window into Pickering’s stories, encouraging visitors to pause, reflect, and discover connections between the city’s past and present. June 2026 | Professional Project - City of Pickering Oak Plywood/Veneer, Gold Acrylic, Stain Budget: $8,000 Size: 16' x 8' Render of Piece - 68 - REFLECTIONS OF TORONTO Reflects Toronto through a layered and expressive visual language. The skyline emerges from the water, its reflection softened into abstraction, echoing the title Reflections of Toronto. The colour palette draws from Sankofa Square’s brand, rooting the work in its site. Surrounding forms unfold through patterns and motifs that speak to the city’s rhythm, pigeons, sports, and a Canadian goose, alongside traces of music and city activity. Overlaid site maps of Queen’s Park, Sankofa Square, and Union Station introduce a spatial pattern. Together, these elements create a piece that feels both recognizable and interpretive, capturing the rhythm and energy of the city. Concept Art | Sankofa Square Digital Illustration Bench Wrap Proposal - 69 - CITY VIEWS A stylized site map of Mississauga that highlights well- known and meaningful gathering places throughout the city. The map would feature locations where people regularly gather, such as parks, cultural sites, waterfront areas, and civic landmarks, all highlighted. Around the banner, illustrated scenes and motifs of these environments would appear in greater detail. These drawings would focus on the surrounding landscapes and interactions that make each place recognizable and memorable. Through this layered approach, viewers would be able to see both the broader geography of the city and the moments that occur within it. The goal of the piece is to celebrate Mississauga as a city shaped by its people and the places they gather. By highlighting familiar locations and depicting moments of community life, the artwork invites viewers to reflect on their own experiences within the city. I hope the banner encourages a sense of pride, belonging, and connection, reminding residents that these shared spaces are part of a larger collective story. Even if residents haven’t experienced these places, I hope the banners motivate them to visit these shared spaces. March 2026 | Concept Banner Project Digital Illustration City of Mississauga Size: 28" x 72" PORT CREDIT KARIYA PARK PEARSON AIRPORT - 70 - QUIET CITY, LIVING SKY The “Quiet City, Living Sky” presents a tranquil night view of the Toronto skyline as seen from Vaughan's streets. Birds rest along telephone lines above the streets, framing the skyline below with the CN Tower glowing in the background. A familiar symbol of resilience and Canadian unity is the Blue Jay flying in the city. Resilience reflects the Blue Jay's adaptation to Canadian weather, as it stays with us year- round. The piece features the Northern Lights, a phenomenon that visited once before, a moment that brought beauty into our night. The UrbanWILDERNESS theme allowed me to explore and think about how nature and the urban environment coexist in harmony. I was inspired by everyday views I experience in the GTA, the quiet encounters while in parks and crossing the streets. The digitally illustrated composition emphasizes balance, perspective and symbolism in the details. Concept for Service Box - City of Vaughan Digital Illustration Size: 74" x 98" - 71 - CANADA DAY T-SHIRTS Professional Commission - Pickering Organization T-Shirt Design The Pickering Reading Circle is a non-profit community tutoring program dedicated to supporting students and families through accessible education. Each Canada Day, the organization celebrates its work and community impact through commemorative t-shirts that reflect its values and milestones. Over three years, I designed a series of t-shirts and promotional flyers that helped engage the community with the program and its mission. Each design responded to a specific moment in the organization’s history while maintaining a clear visual connection to the program’s identity. One design celebrated the program’s 30 years of service to the community. A laurel crown was placed around the logo to symbolize longevity, dedication, and collective achievement. Another design reflected the organization’s commitment to education and mentorship, surrounding the logo with illustrated school supplies alongside the program’s slogan, “Educate, Enlighten, Empower.” Through these designs, the visual language aimed to communicate pride in the organization’s history while reinforcing its continued commitment to learning, empowerment, and community support. - 72 - PLACES WE VISIT The proposal transforms Durham’s transit shelters into a network of artistic landmarks that visually and emotionally connect the region’s eight municipalities. By turning functional infrastructure into points of discovery, this project highlights the unique character of Durham’s historic sites and communal spaces, inviting residents to pause, reflect, and explore the places that shape their shared home. Each shelter would feature an original illustration of a meaningful local landmark. These artworks would be paired with short quotes or fun facts that spark curiosity, offering a moment of learning or emotional resonance for passersby. Through soft, intentional colour palettes, each municipality would be represented by its own signature colour, creating a visual language that ties the region together while celebrating local individuality. The illustrations themselves would focus on softness, warmth, and beauty, encouraging viewers to imagine what the real place looks like and perhaps even visit it. The goal is not just to beautify transit spaces, but to cultivate a sense of regional connectedness—reminding residents that Durham is a constellation of communities, each with its own stories and treasures. January 2026 | Concept Project Vinyl Wrap - 73 - POSTERS AND INVITATIONS I create commissioned invitations and posters for a range of events and celebrations, approaching each design as an opportunity to tell a story. Rather than focusing only on aesthetics, I work to embed meaning within the visual language of the piece, drawing from the client’s values, the purpose of the event, and the atmosphere they hope to create. Through thoughtful choices in colour, imagery, typography, and composition, each design becomes a reflection of the people and moments it represents. In this way, invitations and posters move beyond simple announcements. They become keepsakes that capture the spirit of a celebration while creating a visual connection between the event and the community it brings together. Professional Commissions Size: 20" x 30" & 4" x 7" Digital Drawings, Invitations, Posters - 74 - FOREST OF LIGHT The Forest of Light is a reflection that displays spirituality and life. There are many symbols embedded in the piece. For instance, the purple butterflies symbolize the spirits of the forest, flying to the curious little deer that got lost. It's possible to find symbolism and personal meaning in every aspect of this piece. Designing this piece revolved around personal symbols, but also the landscape and perspective. An initial sketch was made to determine the layout and placement of elements as well as value. The layout allows the eye to travel across, from the butterflies to the deer and so on. The colours and balance were established through a digital drawing. This piece was made to be a story, which can be interpreted in many different ways. Personal Project Size: 24" x 36" Acrylic Paint Budget: $100 - 75 - Letter of Intent I am interested in the City of Pickering Community Banner Series project because it offers an opportunity to create a public artwork that resonates with the surrounding community and strengthens the area’s creative placemaking. As a full-time professional artist, I possess the dedication and commitment necessary to com- plete this project. I have extensive experience designing temporary and permanent public art through large-scale murals. I understand the unique challenges associated with these projects and can leverage my collaborative skills with multiple stakeholders, handling digital files for pre-press printing and installation. My artistic practice aligns with this opportunity because my projects are site-specific, designed for the public, and have been successfully executed through collaborative efforts. I am eager to leverage my expertise in public art and am confident that my skills and dedication will make a meaningful and lasting impact on the community through the City of Pickering Community Banner Series project. About the Artist Jason Zante (b. 1998 in Aklan, Philippines) is a Filipino-Canadian artist based in Toronto, Canada. With a multidisciplinary background, he creates temporary and permanent mural installations, paintings, and digital illustrations. His work explores the emotional impact of nature, exploring its role as a source of belonging, a sense of home, a call to action, a means of reconnection, and an escape from reality. He holds a Bachelor of Design degree from OCAD University and has undertaken several significant site-specific commissions. These include public art mural projects for The Four Seasons Hotel Toronto in 2021, Fallsview Casino Resorts in Niagara Falls in 2022, and The Canadian Heritage for the Plaza Bridge Steps in 2023. Most recently, he has been awarded a public art commission by The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in 2024 and the City of Toronto for its Union Station’s Unionnale in 2025. Works by the artist are in prestigious and private collections, including Bentallgreenoak, CIBC, Cboe Global Markets, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, Scotiabank Arena, and TD Bank. His work has been featured on Artnet News, Architectural Digest, CTV News, Etalk, Forbes, and the Toronto Star. JASON ZANTE | ARTISTIC STATEMENT JASONZANTE.COM ARTISTIC STATEMENT- 76 - 2025 2025 2024 2023 2025 2023 Four Permanent Mural Installations, Commissioned by The Centre for Addiction & Mental Health for CAMH Waverly House Secure Care & Recovery Building, Toronto, ON (forthcoming) “Aura” Unionnale (Temporary Mural Installations), Commissioned by The City of Toronto & Osmington Inc. Union Station, Toronto, ON “Unwritten” (Temporary Mural Installation), Commissioned by The Canadian Heritage, Ottawa, ON “The Falls” (Permanent Mural Installations), Commissioned by Fallsview Casino Resort & Hotels for Lucky’s Restaurant, Niagara, ON “The Riviera” (Temporary Mural Installation), Commissioned by The Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, Toronto, ON “Imagine Together” (Temporary Mural Installation), Commissioned by Cadillac Fairview for the Toronto Eaton Centre, Toronto, ON 2020 Bachelors of Design in Graphic Design, OCAD University, Toronto, ON. 2028 2025 2023 2022 2021 2021 “Ebbs & Flows” (Interior Permanent Mural), Commissioned by Procure Design Studio, Toronto, ON ”Spotlight Kaleidoscope” (Digital Painting Printed on Canvas), Commissioned by Scotiabank Arena for Phase 2 Reimagination, Toronto, ON “In Bloom” (Interior Permanent Mural), Commissioned by BMO Canada & STEPS Public Art, Toronto, ON “The Rockies” (Digital Illustration), Commissioned by The Globe & Mail for Rocky Mountaineer “Rooted in Connection” (Permanent Murals), Commissioned by The City of Mississauga, Mississauga, ON “Silver Linings” (Temporary Sculptures), Commissioned by The Bentway, Toronto, ON B. 1998, Aklan, Philippines Lives and works in Toronto, Ontario. jasonzante.com | @jasonzanteart JASON ZANTE PUBLIC ART PROJECTS SELECT PRIVATE COMMISSIONS SHORTLISTED PUBLIC ART PROJECTS EDUCATION JASONZANTE.COM CV- 77 - 2025 RewildingTO, Gallery 1065, Toronto, ON 2024 Youth, Truth & Imagination, Joseph D. Carrier Gallery, Toronto, ON 2024 Art Intelligence, 1313 Gallery, Toronto, ON 2023 Stacktd Identities, IC Contemporary, Toronto, ON 2023 CIBC Ambition Takes Flight, Pearson Airport, Mississauga, ON 2022 Asian Heritage Month, 150 King St. W Toronto, ON 2022 Bentall Green Oak Artists, Novus Art Gallery, Toronto, ON 2024 Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON 2024 Daniels Corporation, Daniel’s Baif Thornhill Residences, Toronto, ON 2023 CIBC Pearson Airport, Toronto, ON 2023 CBOE Global Markets, Chicago, IL 2023 The Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, Toronto, ON 2022 TD Bank, Toronto, ON 2022 CIBC Square Towers, Toronto, ON 2021 Theory Condos by Parallax, Toronto, ON 2021 Canadian Tire x Jumpstart Foundation , Toronto, ON 2020 Private Art Collection, Justin Bieber & Hailey Bieber, Puslinch, ON “Reflections of Light & Colour” (Interior Permanent Mural), Commissioned by TAS & BentallGreenOak, Toronto, ON “The Factory” (Interior Permanent Mural), Commissioned by Deciem The Abnormal Beauty Company, Etobicoke, ON “The Studio” (Interior Permanent Mural), Commissioned by Klick Health, Toronto, ON “Imagine” (Digital Illustration), Commissioned by Wattpad, Toronto, ON 2023 2023 2022 2022 NOTABLE COLLECTIONS SELECT GROUP EXHIBITIONS JASONZANTE.COM CV- 78 - Designlines, Artist Jason Zante Invites Quiet Reflection Into Union Station”, Mary Angel Tabios, June 12, 2025. The Manila Standard, “How a Pinoy artist took over Toronto with his vibrant art”, Patricia Bianca S. Taculao, January 11, 2022. Toronto Star, “This young artist is taking on Toronto, one mural at a time — and Justin Bieber has taken notice”, Breanna Xavier Carter, August 26, 2021. BlogTO, “This illustrator is taking over Toronto with his colourful new murals”, Melissa Embury, July 15, 2021. Forbes, “Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Introduces D’azur, The City’s Newest Patio Destination”, Sandra MacGregor, June 14, 2021. Architecture Digest, “Justin and Hailey Bieber’s Artwork Is Up for Auction”, Rachel Wallace, December 5, 2019. 2021 Recognition of the Arts, Sangguniang Panlalawigan, Aklan, Philippines 2020 OCADU Career Launcher Fund- Recipient, Toronto, ON 2019 Partial Gallery x OCADU Career Launcher Fund- Recipient, Toronto, ON 2018 Illustration, Creative Quarterly Issue 52, Brooklyn, NY 2021 Imagine Together, CF Toronto Eaton Centre, Toronto, ON 2020 Recession Grads , OCAD University, Toronto, ON 2019 The Biebers x LIFT LA x Inner-City Arts, UTA Artist Space, Los Angeles, CA 2019 MessMates By Ryerson University, Ada Slaight, Toronto, ON 2018 Migration, OCAD University, Toronto, ON 2018 RatedPG by PurpleGlowMag, The Smiling Buddha, Toronto, ON 2017 Unbounded, OCAD University, Toronto, ON 2017 Festival of the Body, OCAD University, Toronto, ON AWARDS & GRANTS SELECT PRESS JASONZANTE.COM CV- 79 - JASON ZANTE ©ARTWORK SAMPLES AURA Digital Painting Printed on Vinyl Size: Ceiling Vault 50 ft (length) x 11 ft (width) | Bench Wall 20 ft (width) x 11 ft (height) Art Panels 90” (width) x 53” (height) Location: Union Market in Union Station | 65 Front St. West Toronto. Commissioned by The City of Toronto & Osmington Inc. (Union Station) Completed in 2025 “Aura” is a public art installation comprising five panels that depict Ontario’s ecological diversity through vibrant flora. Five artists were shortlisted, and Jason Zante was awarded the contract from the City of Toronto. Zante collaborated directly with the team of Osmington Inc. in the creation of the digital artworks, while Made 2 Measure Signworks produced and installed the artworks on site. - 80 - JASON ZANTE ©ARTWORK SAMPLES THE ISLANDS Completed in 2026 Location: Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport Commissioned by Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport & Toronto Port Authority Size: 180” (width) x 78” (height) Digital Painting Printed on Fabric Panels - 81 - JASON ZANTE ©ARTWORK SAMPLES THE RIVIERA Digital Painting Printed on Vinyl Size: 32 ft (width) x 30 ft (height) Location: 60 Yorkville Avenue, Toronto. Commissioned by The Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Completed in 2021 “The Riviera” is a temporary public art installation commissioned by the Four Seasons Hotel Toronto for their Mediterranean patio concept, d’azur. Jason collaborated with their team for the concept direction and CJ Graphics Inc. for the production and installation of the artwork. - 82 - JASON ZANTE ©ARTWORK SAMPLES UNWRITTEN Digital Painting Printed on Vinyl Size: 20 ft (width) x 60 ft (height) Location: The Plaza Bridge steps, linking the Rideau Canal & the Senate of Canada in Ottawa. Commissioned by The Canadian Heritage Completed in 2023 A temporary public art installation that was awarded by the Canadian Heritage through an open juried competition. Zante collaborated with the Canadian Heritage to submit the digital files, and a separate team printed and installed the artwork on the staircase of Rideau Canal and the Senate of Canada in Ottawa. - 83 - JASON ZANTE ©ARTWORK SAMPLES THE FALLS Digital Painting Printed on Hallmark Vinyl & Direct Glass Printing Size: Blue Mural 65 ft (width) x 12 ft (height) | Red Mural 20 ft (width) x 11 ft (height) Glass Panels 4 ft (width) x 8 ft (height) Location: Lucky’s Restaurant & Bar | 6380 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls Commissioned by Canadian Niagara Hotels Inc. Completed in 2022 Commissioned for Fallsview Casino Hospitality, a Canadian Niagara Hotels Inc. client, in collaboration with the Toronto interior design studio, Mackay Wong, for the concept direction. Jason oversaw the design of all the murals and glass panels for the restaurant’s dining area, bar, and lounge. He worked directly with CJ Graphics Inc. for the production and installation of the murals. - 84 - JASON ZANTE ©ARTWORK SAMPLES REFLECTIONS OF LIGHT & COLOUR Completed in 2023 Location: The Campbell Residences | 299 Campbell Ave, Toronto, ON Commissioned by BentallGreenOak & TAS Size: 60 ft (width) x 25 ft (height) Digital Painting Printed on Hallmark Vinyl Canvas Commissioned in the spirit of the Toronto Islands, this private project aimed to enhance the lobby of The Campbell Residences, situated in the Junction neighbourhood of Toronto. The concept was collaboratively developed with art consultant Rachel Doner Turrin, while production and installation were entrusted to CJ Graphics. - 85 - Reference 1: Alexa Polenz Manager, Brand and Partnerships Toronto Union Email: alexa@torontounion.ca Cell: 416-306-3090 Project Reference: “AURA” Unionnale Public art installation for Union Station. Reference 2: Karen Mills Founder Mills and mills consulting services Inc. DBA public art management Email: mills.karen@gmail.com Cell: 416-917-7664 Project Reference: CAMH Waverly House Secure Care & Recovery Building for Therapeutic Art Installations. PROJECT REFERENCES JASONZANTE.COM PROJECT REFERENCE- 86 - Community Banner Series 2026 Expression of Interest Ryan Smeeton (he/him) 196 General Avenue Ottawa, ON Canada, K1Z 7W8 (613) 620-3712 info@ryansmeeton.com @ryansmeeton (Instagram) www.ryansmeeton.com - 87 - Community Banner Series 2026 2 Letter of Intent Ar#st Bio/Introduc#on I am a mural arOst based in OQawa, Ontario. I create vibrant, colourful, large-scale works in public spaces, and am passionate about creating accessible art that inspires a sense of wonder and exploraOon. In my murals, I strive to weave together threads of local context and incorporate subtle symbolism. I love to combine figuraOve imagery with flowing abstract design. At the heart of my pracOce lies a commitment to inspiring communiOes and spreading messages of hope, opOmism, and growth. I believe that it is more important now than ever to bring light and posiOvity into public space. I have created large-scale murals for clients such as the City of OQawa, City of Toronto, City of Mississauga, BMO, uOQawa, Carleton University, and many more. I have extensive experience with multiple approaches and mediums, including spray paint, brush and roller, as well as with digital designs for large-scale printing. Some of my notable projects include Flowing Together for the City of Mississauga’s Tomken Arena; Water Connects Us, a series of underpass murals for the City of Toronto totalling over 6,000 square feet; and Dawn to Dusk, a colourful abstract mural spanning eight floors for the new Shepherds of Good Hope residence in Ottawa. Interest in the project I am interested in the City of Pickering community banner series project because it is a chance to create an engaging body of work in such a visible se`ng, so close to my home town. I grew up in Ajax, and as such I spent so much of my youth in and around Pickering. It would be an honour to contribute to the ever-evolving, vibrant and colourful visual idenOty of the city. I am also constantly looking for ways to evolve my arOsOc pracOce and take on new creaOve challenges. Because of this, I am very interested in the opportunity to take my work to this unique format. For this project, I envision creaOng a series of heavily layered pieces that incorporates both realisOc and silhoueQe imagery, connected via flowing abstract elements and bright colours. The imagery could be of plants and animals naOve to the area, as well as local landmarks. I will weave in themes of connecOon, growth, and the importance of community and shared idenOty, all of which are essenOal to a thriving, evolving city. UlOmately, my goal is to create a series of works that are playful, joyous, and will uplib and inspire community members of all ages and backgrounds along their journeys. - 88 - Community Banner Series 2026 3 Curriculum Vitae RYAN SMEETON (613) 620-3712 196 General Avenue info@ryansmeeton.com Ottawa, ON K1Z 7W8 www.ryansmeeton.com SELECTED PUBLIC ART 2026 Colourful Kingston, Mural series for MURAL student residence, Kingston, ON 2025 Collec9ve Colour, Mural series for ALMA Byward Market, OQawa, ON Heart-shaped Town, Digital printed mural for NFP, OQawa, ON Dawn to Dusk, Mural for Shepherds of Good Hope, OQawa, ON 2024 At Long Last, Digital printed mural for Livmore Condos, OQawa, ON Looking Up, Mural for NaOonal Capital Commission x Disrupt Fest, OQawa, ON Onwards and Upwards, Digital printed mural for BMO, Alliston, ON Rochesterville Remembered, ResidenOal mural, OQawa, ON 2023 Flowing Together, Mural for the Tomken Arena, Mississauga, ON Serve, Honour, Remember, Digital printed mural for BMO, OQawa, ON Corso Italia, Mural for the Preston St BIA, OQawa, ON 2022 Real Food, Real Choice, Murals for Carleton University, OQawa, ON Our Nature, Community mural for the Blackburn Hamlet Community AssociaOon, OQawa, ON 2021 Nature Flows Through Us, Mural on panels for the Monhort Hospital, OQawa, ON Fes9val of Light, Ground Mural for Algonquin College, OQawa, ON Sunset in Centretown, Mural for LIV/CLV ProperOes, OQawa, ON Take Me Higher, Mural for the Kerr Village BIA, Oakville, ON A World of Colour, Mural for the Blackburn Community AssociaOon, OQawa, ON Shape Takes Flight, Mural for Menkes/Fiera Aerocentre, Toronto, ON - 89 - Community Banner Series 2026 4 Big City Vibes, Mural for CoLab, Cornwall, ON 2020 East End Bridges to Art, Mural series for the City of Toronto, Toronto, ON Microcosm, 2D InstallaOon for the City of OQawa, OQawa, ON Bouquet, Mural for Nectar Flowers, OQawa, ON Un9tled, Mural series for Hintonburg ConnecOon, OQawa, ON Un9tled, Mural for Sweet Basil Thai, OQawa, ON 2019 100 Years of Building Community, Mural for PIPSC, OQawa, ON A Place to Grow, Mural for the University of OQawa, OQawa ON Tourist, Mural for Best Western, OQawa, ON Community Makes Us, Mural for Notre Dame High School, OQawa, ON Looking Forward, Mural for St. Nicholas Adult High School, OQawa, ON 2018 Together We Grow, Mural for the York Eglinton BIA, Toronto, ON Un9tled, Mural for the ManoOck BIA, OQawa, ON Un9tled, Mural for the Wellington West BIA, OQawa, ON What Makes Us, Mural for Immaculata High School, OQawa, ON 2017 Un9tled, Mural for Carleton University, OQawa, ON Respect!, Mural for the Banff Avenue Community House, OQawa, ON Un9tled, Mural for the Glebe BIA, OQawa, ON Un9tled, Mural for GarGar FesOval, Penelles, Spain 2016 More than a Waterway: Celebra9ng the Significance of the Rideau Canal, Mural for the City of OQawa Underpass Program, OQawa, ON Un9tled, Mural for the Bellevue Community Centre, OQawa, ON How Does Science Inspire?, Mural for the Canada Science & Tech Museum, OQawa, ON EDUCATION 2011 Bachelor of Fine Arts, University of OQawa, OQawa, ON - 90 - Community Banner Series 2026 5 Portfolio 1. Heart-Shaped Town Date: September 2025 Medium: Printed vinyl Dimensions: 10 x 20 b LocaOon: OQawa, Ontario Commissioning body: NFP Insurance DescripOon: This mural is an ode to my great liQle city. It features some prominent OQawa landmarks, references to our fesOvals and sports teams, and highlights outdoor recreaOon. - 91 - Community Banner Series 2026 6 2. Flowing Together Date: September 2023 Medium: spray paint and exterior acrylic/latex paint, anO-graffiO coaOng Dimensions: 13.75 x 29.5 b LocaOon: Mississauga, Ontario Commissioning body: City of Mississauga DescripOon: This mural was for the Tomken Arena renewal in Mississauga. It celebrates community, recreaOon, and the importance of the nearby LiQle Etobicoke creek. - 92 - Community Banner Series 2026 7 3. Corso Italia Date: June 2023 Medium: spray paint and exterior acrylic/latex paint, anO-graffiO coaOng Dimensions: 25 x 30 b LocaOon: OQawa, Ontario Commissioning body: Preston Street/LiQle Italy BIA DescripOon: This mural celebrates the prominent Italian heritage of Preston Street in OQawa, featuring nods to the Italian-Canadian community, local businesses and landmarks, and the annual Italian Week fesOval. - 93 - Community Banner Series 2026 8 4. 100-Year Legacy Date: January 2025 Medium: spray paint and exterior acrylic/latex paint Dimensions: 32 x 14 b LocaOon: OQawa, ON Commissioning body: Carmichael Engineering DescripOon: This mural was created to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of Carmichael Engineering, honouring the history and legacy of the company with representaOon across four generaOons. - 94 - Community Banner Series 2026 9 5. Onwards & Upwards Date: May 2024 Medium: Printed vinyl Dimensions: 15 x 20 b LocaOon: Alliston, Ontario Commissioning body: Bank of Montreal DescripOon: This vinyl mural for a BMO branch in Alliston honours the service of Canada’s Armed Forces, in recogniOon of the branch’s proximity to CFB Borden. - 95 - Community Banner Series 2026 10 6. Collec@ve Colour (Bar Space) Date: July 2025 Medium: exterior acrylic/latex paint Dimensions: 16 x 20 b LocaOon: OQawa, Ontario Commissioning body: Forum Asset Management DescripOon: This mural is part of a series created for the bar/lounge space of ALMA ByWard Market, a private student residence. - 96 - Community Banner Series 2026 11 7. Collec@ve Colour (Besserer Lobby) Date: September 2025 Medium: exterior acrylic/latex paint Dimensions: 20 x 12 b LocaOon: OQawa, Ontario Commissioning body: Forum Asset Management DescripOon: This mural is part of a series created for the lobby entrances and communal spaces of ALMA ByWard Market, a private student residence. - 97 - Community Banner Series 2026 12 8. Dawn to Dusk Date: March 2025 Medium: exterior acrylic/latex paint Dimensions: 1,200 sq b (8 floors) LocaOon: OQawa, Ontario Commissioning body: Shepherds of Good Hope DescripOon: This mural creates a flowing colourful passageway for the residents of OQawa’s Shepherds of Good Hope building. The mural spans all 8 stories of the stairwell, and is one conOnuous abstract design, which can be viewed as a whole from the street. - 98 - Community Banner Series 2026 13 9. Looking Up Date: June 2024 Medium: spray paint and exterior acrylic/latex paint Dimensions: 12 x 20 b LocaOon: OQawa, Ontario Commissioning body: NaOonal Capital Commission DescripOon: This mural was created over two days for Urban Art CollecOve’s Disrupt Fest. It features a woman looking up, symbolizing hope and opOmism. - 99 - Community Banner Series 2026 14 10. Water Connects Us Date: June 2020 Medium: spray paint and exterior acrylic/latex paint, anO-graffiO coaOng Dimensions: 6,000 sq b total LocaOon: Toronto, Ontario Commissioning body: StreetARToronto, City of Toronto DescripOon: This is a secOon from a series of three murals painted at the Carlaw/Gerrard underpass and adjacent parkeQe. Part of StreetARToronto’s Underpass Program, these murals focus on the overarching theme of water. Each mural carries a sub-theme, relaOng to human connecOon, water as a source of life, and sustainability. This project is also highly contextual to the history of Leslieville/East Toronto. - 100 - Community Banner Series 2026 15 References Angela Kisielewski Senior Interior Designer, Bullock + Wood Design Inc. (416) 868-1616 ext. 1036 akisielewski@bullockwooddesign.com RelaOon: coordinator for Heart-Shaped Town, vinyl mural for NFP (2025) Philippa French Curator, Public Art, Parks and Culture Planning SecOon, City of Mississauga (905) 615-3200 ext. 4675 philippa.french@mississauga.ca RelaOon: coordinator for Flowing Together, mural for the Tomken Arena in Mississauga (2023) - 101 - Memo To: Culture Advisory Committee June 9, 2026 From: Krystal Roberts Manager, Culture Services Copy: Director, Community Services Supervisor, Culture Services Subject: Cultural Strategic Plan, Museum Strategic Plan & Art in Public Spaces Plan - Draft Plans now available for comment The Cultural Strategic Plan, Museum Strategic Plan and Art in Public Spaces Plan have been shared as information with Council at the June 8 Executive Meeting, Report CS 15-26. Culture Advisory Committee members are welcome to provide feedback to these plans after June 23, 2026, in the following ways: • Feedback Survey available on the Let’s Talk Pickering platform at letstalkpickering.ca/culturalsp • Open Houses: o Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex, Lobby, Tuesday, July 7 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm & 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm o Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre, Lobby Tuesday, July 15 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm & 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm • Directly to Jesse St. Amant, Staff Liaison Feedback will be collected until July 31, 2026, in which it will be compiled and provided to our consultant, Patricia Huntsman of Patricia Huntsman Culture + Communication to update the plans. The final plans will be presented to Council for endorsement in September. KR - 102 -