The Nina Collective
is made up of over 200 artists with developmental disabilities.
Meet our Artists
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Why join?
How to join
Members of the Nina Collective have the opportunity to create many different types of art in a supportive environment. We see the impact this has on the artists we support every day in our studios.
Membership is open to anyone over the age of 18 who has a developmental disability, acquired brain injury, or identifies as neurodiverse. Anyone who fits this description and is interested in creating art is encouraged to join, regardless of previous artistic experience or skill. We value and celebrate the process of creating art, not just the outcome.
There is currently a waitlist to join the Nina Collective. Individuals who are interested in joining are welcome to schedule an appointment to tour the studio and join the waitlist.
We offer three free sessions in the studio for potential new members to see if it is a good fit for them. Artists who decide to join are asked to pay a nominal membership fee of $225-$445 per year, depending on how many days a week they will attend. This fee helps us recover some of the cost of supplies and gives members access to our studio space, supplies, and professional mentorship. Members may also have the opportunity to exhibit and sell their artwork.
For individuals receiving funding from Alberta Disability Services (PDD): Once you begin your trial period, you will need to reach out to your PDD caseworker to let them know. If you decide to join, the Nina will submit the Individual Service Request (ISR) for you.
Contact our Studio Manager, Maddi Dewar, at info@thenina.ca or (780) 474-7611 to schedule an appointment or get more information.