The community lantern went from a white cube to a community creation over the course of the Winter Solstice evening.

With the aim of creating community through art, the Community Arts Council of Vancouver develops and participates in a range of initiatives including those focused on the following areas:

• Downtown Eastside
• Environmental Art
• Performing Arts
• Music
• Health

What is community art? a definition

Community cultural development is the process of collaboration between artists and community members on agreed upon goals. Community art is the medium through which this collaboration can take place and includes visual, media and performing arts. The principles behind the work are active participation, intentional inclusivity and ongoing learning. The process builds community, increases awareness of the value the arts in our lives, develops creativity and addresses common issues.