Positions available for Board Members

The Fort St. John Community Arts Council (FSJCAC) is working for a better community by supporting and developing the arts and culture.  We strive to facilitate Fort St. John residents to reach and expand their potential through the arts, advocate for the arts, artists, and arts groups in Fort St. John, network and connect with all those interested and concerned about the arts, promote the role of the arts in building the quality of life and enhancing positive lifestyles, educate the public about the arts as well as market the arts and artists in and around Fort St. John.
Candidates are being sought for the Arts Council Board for our 2011 fiscal year, beginning in September.  The Board of Directors will establish policy, make governance decisions, and provide oversight of the operations of the FSJCAC.
If you are interested in applying please use the application form by clicking HERE.
We are accepting applications for positions including: President, Treasurer, and Directors.
The deadline for applications is August 31, 2010.

Now Seeking Coordinator Position for High on Ice Festival

Do you have a background in event planning?  The Arts Council is seeking a qualified individual to coordinate the ice and snow events for the 2011 High On Ice Festival.

The successful candidate will oversee all areas of the festival pertaining to ice and snow carving activities including:

    * Professional ice carving competition
    * Amateur ice and snow carving competition
    * Annual ice carving workshop in November

The coordinator will, in most cases, work out of their own home or office, though they will have access to the Fort St. John Community Arts Council office, located at the ArtsPost facility, as necessary.  The coordinator will liaise with volunteers and event sponsors and reports to the Arts Council’s Executive Director.  

Experience in sponsorship solicitation considered an asset.   

This is a 6 month contract position with competitive wages. The coordinator must be available from August 15, 2010 through February 15, 2011.

Arts Council to host Toga Party

The Fort St. John Community Arts Council will host its first ever Toga Party, April 10th at On the Rocks Nightclub. Doors open at 8pm. 

This event will serve as fund raiser for the Community Arts Council, with proceeds supporting the continued operation of the ArtsPost facility.  The ArtsPost is a storefront building dedicated to promoting and supporting arts and culture in Fort St. John. The ArtsPost is home to the Arts Council’s administrative office as well as meeting and workspace for its 24 (and growing) member groups and includes the North Peace Potters’ Guild studio and the North Peace Spinners and Weavers Guilds’ workspace. The ArtsPost is located at 10320  94th Avenue. 

Guests are invited to don their best toga or attire recalling the days of ancient Greece and Rome.  Creativity is highly encouraged (floral sheets make excellent togas). Prizes for best costumes will be awarded.   

Flower Pot Auction Saturday

Flower Pot Auction

Bookmark Party