FORUM ART CENTRE SEEKS EXECUTIVE DIRECTORApplication Deadline:May 1st, 2026Job Type:Full TimeTo apply, submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] Forum Art Centre is seeking a dynamic and community‑minded Executive Director to lead one of Winnipeg’s long‑standing, non‑profit art education organizations. This is a unique chance for a leader who is passionate about the arts, community engagement, and organizational sustainability.Founded in 1964, the Forum Art Centre is a registered charity that provides accessible, high‑quality visual arts programming to people of all ages and skill levels. We are a small but vibrant organization with a dedicated board, a committed team, and a strong connection to the local arts community.ABOUT THE ROLE:The Executive Director is responsible to lead and manage the Forum Art Centre and work closely with the Board of Directors to advance the organization’s mission, strengthen operations, and support future growth. This is a hands‑on role in an organization, combining strategic leadership with day‑to‑day operational involvement.ELIGIBILITY:As a small team, the ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, productive and self‑directed leader able to work cooperatively with others. The Executive Director leads the Programming & Facility Manager and the Marketing & Outreach Coordinator together to support Forum Art Centre’s aims and objectives.QUALIFICATIONS:Through ongoing strategic planning, the Executive Director leads and develops the Vision, Mission and Mandate, which focuses on:Diversity, Inclusion and Reconciliation (ensuring FAC reflects and serves the full diversity of the community)Creative Growth and Community Well‑Being (Deliver inspiring, relevant, and high‑quality creative learning experiences)Accessibility (Reduce physical, financial,



and systemic barriers to participation)Financial Sustainability (Strengthen long‑term stability and resilience)Governance and Organizational Renewal (Align governance, HR, and leadership with best practices)REQUIREMENTS:Experience with grant writing and working with funding agenciesFamiliarity with artist‑run organizations, project implementation and event creationWorking with other organizations towards a common goalWorking on or with a Board of DirectorsFundraising for operations, projects and capital needsHiring and managing employees and instructorsGallery presentation of solo and group exhibitionsWorking for a registered charityPost‑secondary education or relevant experienceSKILLS IN:Writing, verbal and interpersonal communicationAdvanced financial management, accounting, and budgetingAdvanced planning, problem‑solving, decision‑making and organizationDeveloping and maintaining positive relationships with artists, arts organizations and community, businesses and government leadersREMUNERATION:Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 per yearSupportive and engaged Board of DirectorsOpportunity to shape the future of a respected, community arts organizationEQUITY STATEMENTForum Art Centre is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from underrepresented, 2SLGBTQ+, new immigrant, disability and Indigenous communities to apply. It is the Forum Art Centre’s policy to hire employees solely on the basis of the ability of the applicant to do the job. FAC will make every effort to provide additional adaptations and professional support to accomplish tasks and responsibilities for successful candidates identifying those specific needed accommodations.LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENTForum Art Centre is in Treaty 1 territory, the traditional and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininiwak, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and the homeland of the Red River Métis. We are committed to learning and engaging in reconciliation and decolonization.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Executive Director - C$50,000 - C$60,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Forum Art Centre
📍 Toronto