STEPS

STEPS Public Art is a Canadian charity and social enterprise. We offer services in public art management, hoarding exhibits, cultural planning, and artist capacity building. We run charitable programs that support artists and foster vibrant and inclusive communities.

Mission:

We’re on a mission to engage and empower artists and communities to transform public spaces into vibrant places.

Vision:

We envision a world where artists and communities co-create meaningful, welcoming, and safe public spaces

Mandate:

• Building inclusive communities by connecting people to public space through shared cultural experiences
• Amplifying the voices of Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, Métis), Black, newcomer, LGBTQQIP2SAA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, pansexual, two-spirit, asexual, allies, along with additional sexual orientations and gender identities), racialized, disabled, and equity-deserving artists and communities
• Fostering relationships to initiate, support, and produce meaningful cultural projects across Canada
• Providing training, resources, and support to meet the evolving needs of our stakeholders

The Equilibrium Mural is a signature public art project by STEPS and international artist Okuda San Miguel that transforms Parkside Student Residence in Downtown Toronto. This project engaged 300+ community members and over 30 local artists and arts workers in a large-scale installation that is now a cultural landmark in Toronto. Photo by Sharon Mendonca.