Oceanside Community Arts Council

Oceanside Community Arts Council

Land Acknowledgement

The Oceanside Community Arts Council is located on the traditional territory of the Coast Salish Nations, home to the Snaw-Naw-As First Nation and the Qualicum First Nation.

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February 2026 Oceanside Arts Magazine

A monthly online publication celebrating the arts, creativity, and culture of the Oceanside region and beyond.

 

 

 

Welcome to Oceanside Arts Magazine — Issue 2

Welcome to Issue 2 of Oceanside Arts Magazine, published by the Oceanside Community Arts Council. With this second issue, the magazine continues to take shape as a space for artists, writers, and arts organizations to share work, ideas, and perspectives that reflect the richness of creative life in our region and beyond. 

 

  • Exhibitions
  • Classes
  • Story Time
  • Fun
  • Markets
  • Music
  • Theatre
  • Community

 

Celebrate the Arts in Your Community

Become a member of the Oceanside Community Arts Council and help us support and promote art, music, and culture throughout the Oceanside region.

What Your Membership Does

  • Supports and promotes art, music, and culture in Oceanside.
  • Provides essential funding for the McMillan Arts Centre, Artfully Aging, and future arts programs.
  • Encourages artist interaction with the public through performances, classes, workshops, and exhibitions.

Membership Benefits

  • Voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting.
  • Exclusive members-only eNewsletter with local arts, music, and cultural updates.
  • 10% discount at the MAC Gift Shop.
  • Eligibility to sell your work in the Members Gallery and “Members Only” exhibits.
  • Listing in the OCAC Online Art Directory — gain exposure for yourself or your group.
  • Access to the OCAC private Social Network: create blogs, join groups, and connect with fellow artists.
  • Discounts on OCAC and MAC event tickets and room rentals.
  • Advance ticket sales for select events.
  • Announce your events in the OCAC members eNewsletter and list them on this website.
  • Discounts at select local businesses (see participating businesses).
Join the OCAC

Give the Gift of Art

Give someone a Gift Membership to the Oceanside Community Arts Council and help support and celebrate art, music, and culture throughout the Oceanside region.

What This Gift Supports

  • Supports and promotes art, music, and culture in Oceanside.
  • Provides essential funding for the McMillan Arts Centre, Artfully Aging, and future arts programs.
  • Encourages artist interaction with the public through performances, classes, workshops, and exhibitions.

Gift Membership Benefits

  • Voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting.
  • Exclusive members-only eNewsletter with local arts, music, and cultural updates.
  • 10% discount at the MAC Gift Shop.
  • Eligibility to sell work in the Members Gallery and “Members Only” exhibits.
  • Listing in the OCAC Online Art Directory — gain exposure as an artist or group.
  • Access to the OCAC private Social Network: create blogs, join groups, and connect with fellow artists.
  • Discounts on OCAC and MAC event tickets and room rentals.
  • Advance ticket sales for select events.
  • Ability to announce events in the OCAC members eNewsletter and list them on the OCAC website.
  • Discounts at select local businesses ( see participating businesses).
Purchase a Gift Membership
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