THE RURBAN FRINGE

‘The Way We Get By’

With volunteerism on my mind this week, I was astounded to come across the website promoting the new documentary release, The Way We Get By, a film which begins …
“… as a seemingly idiosyncratic story about troop greeters – a group of senior citizens who gather daily at a small airport to thank American soldiers departing and [...]

Exploring Rurban Art – Mandy Budan

I believe that artistic and cultural activities strongly contribute to the quality of life and the social and economic vitality of many rural and rurban communities in Canada … and across the world.
With this in mind, I’m pleased to launch a limited online series exploring rurban art – from the unique perspective of rural and [...]

Arts and Culture Matter

There is a rising tide that recognizes the power and contribution of artistic and cultural expression in rural and rurban communities.  Such activities encourage reflection, stimulate creative thinking, sustain livelihoods and may offer alternative options to encourage social change.
But a vibrant artistic and cultural sector depends on strong leadership that recognizes the value of such [...]

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