Victori’Us Arts is a volunteer-led, non-partisan civic arts organization working to strengthen the arts and culture ecosystem in Greater Victoria.
We bring together artists, arts workers, organizers, administrators, advocates and community members with professional and lived experience across the region’s arts and culture sector.
Our work focuses on connecting people, sharing information, identifying systemic challenges and opportunities, and advocating for the conditions that allow arts and culture to thrive.
We are particularly interested in the policies, infrastructure, funding models and civic systems that shape the long-term health and sustainability of the sector.
We believe a strong arts and culture ecosystem benefits not only artists and arts organizations, but the broader communities they serve.
VUA at a Glance
Political View
Non-partisan. VUA does not endorse candidates or represent a political party.
Volunteer-led
Victori’us Arts is 100% volunteer-run.
Purpose
Our participation is motivated by our interest in the health and future of the arts and culture ecosystem and the communities it serves.
(Not) Speaking for everyone
Our questions do not claim to represent every artist, arts organization, resident or community member in Greater Victoria.
Why Arts & Culture Matter
Arts and culture are part of the fabric of our communities.
Arts and culture contribute to community identity and belonging, social connection, mental wellbeing, local employment, tourism, neighbourhood vitality and economic activity.
We believe a strong arts and culture ecosystem benefits not only artists and arts organizations, but the broader communities they serve.