Miska Creative Society
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Miska Creative Society is a community organisation based in Vancouver, Canada working on arts & culture, heritage, children & youth +1 more.
Miska Creative Society is an Indigenous-led not-for-profit based in Vancouver and Kelowna, British Columbia. It delivers culturally grounded art and mural painting workshops for all ages, including youth and children programmes, Indigenous art experiences, paint nights and custom community mural projects. Founded by Cree Métis siblings Jesse and Jenna Gouchey, the organisation aims to build vibrant communities, revive Indigenous traditions, reconnect people with culture, and empower young people through accessible creative education. Its workshops serve schools, community centres, youth groups, Indigenous organisations and corporate teams across Greater Vancouver, the Thompson-Okanagan region and Western Canada. A portion of proceeds from corporate workshops funds free, barrier-free workshops for Indigenous communities.
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Youth & Children's Art Workshops
Children & Youth · Canada
Art instruction blended with cultural mentorship for children and youth, aimed at building creative skills, cultural knowledge and pathways into creative careers.
Indigenous Art Experience Workshops
Heritage · Canada
Group art workshops combining hands-on painting with Indigenous cultural teachings, storytelling and, where requested, Elder-led sessions.
Community & Custom Mural Projects
Community development · Canada
Collaborative mural projects for schools, offices, public spaces and residential buildings, co-created with community members and Indigenous Elders.
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