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Diversity Spotlight

Cultural organizations and community groups are invited to submit applications to participate in our Diversity Spotlight Program.

Pier 21’s Diversity Spotlight encourages cultural groups to screen films at Pier 21 that tell their story and celebrate immigration, diversity, cultural heritage and identity.

Diversity Spotlight provides an opportunity for community groups to encourage discussion and reflection, allowing the public to develop a broader understanding of the experiences of different people and different cultures.

Films are screened once a month and are
free of charge.

How to apply

Applications are welcome from a broad range of community groups. There are no fees connected to the use of this program. Please contact, Chief Curator (Tel: 902-425-4104).


Community Presents

Cultural organizations and community groups are invited to submit applications to participate in our Community Presents program.

Pier 21’s Community Presents program encourages cultural groups to create their own exhibitions and tell their own stories, while celebrating themes related to immigration, cultural diversity, cultural heritage and identity.

It provides an opportunity for community groups to showcase their unique traditions and culture, allowing the public to better understand our collective and distinct cultural heritages.

Exhibitions run 3-6 weeks and are free of charge. Parts of each Community Presents exhibit will also be available on our website as part of a virtual Community Presents Scrapbook (launch date TBD).

How to apply

Applications are welcome from a broad range of community groups, and there are no fees connected to the use of this program.

Please contact, Chief Curator (Tel: 902-425-4104).

Upcoming Community Presents / Past Community Presents

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