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“Go into the arts. I'm not kidding. The arts are not a way to make a living. They are a very human way of making life more bearable. Practicing an art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow, for heaven's sake. Sing in the shower. Dance to the radio. Tell stories. Write a poem to a friend, even a lousy poem. Do it as well as you possibly can. You will get an enormous reward. You will have created something.”

  • Kurt Vonnegut

 
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history

Westshore Art & Creativity Club got it’s start when two local parents, motivated by the need for after-school art options for their own child, decided to open a process art studio for kids in their quickly growing Westshore community. Their centre is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, which emphasizes the value of hands-on, child-led learning and the importance of the environment as a third teacher. WACC is dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can explore, create, and learn through artistic expression.

 
 

“The arts give children a means of expression that is often easier for them than using words. And this, in turn, can build their self-esteem, give them confidence and help them to communicate more effectively.”

  • Sir Ken Robinson

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Mission

At WACC! we are dedicated to providing a fun, supportive and inclusive process-art based after-school programming in an environment where children can explore and discover their creative potential. Whether your child is a seasoned artist or a budding creative, we have something to challenge and inspire them. From painting and sculpture to mixed media and beyond, our programs offer a wide range of artistic mediums for children to explore and express themselves with. We are passionate about helping each child grow and develop as an individual, and we can't wait to see what they create!

Goals

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Foster a love of art and creativity in every child: We believe in the power of art and creativity to inspire and transform.

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Provide a supportive and inclusive environment: We strive to create a welcoming and accepting atmosphere where all children can feel safe to explore their creative potential.

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Offer a wide range of artistic mediums and programs: We offer a variety of artistic mediums and programs to cater to the diverse interests and abilities of our students and community.

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Help children develop their artistic abilities and grow as individuals: We believe in the power of artistic development and self-growth.

 
 
 

TErritorial acknowledgement

We would like to acknowledge that our business is located on the traditional lands of the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. We recognize and respect the Indigenous peoples who have lived on these lands for thousands of years and continue to do so today. We are grateful to be able to work and operate on this land and recognize our responsibility to honour the history and culture of the First Nations communities in our area.

 
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