Art Matters
For every ceremony honouring and rewarding the talents of Canadian artists, Rideau Hall—on His Excellency Jean-Daniel Lafond’s initiative—organizes a public forum called Art Matters. It is a wonderful opportunity to bring laureates, artists, academics, administrators and members of the public together to discuss and examine the challenges facing culture in our society. These forums encourage dialogue and provide a space for reflection on the creative process and how it is received by society.
Over 50 Art Matters forums have been held in Canada and abroad over the past three years. See the list of themes.
The public is invited to take part in the discussion through the online forums at www.citizenvoices.gg.ca.