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Our Vision
To have craft recognized as a valuable part of life and acknowledge the excellence of craftspeople from Ontario, Canada and around the world.
Our Mission
As a dynamic, member-based, not-for-profit arts service organization, the OCC exists to grow recognition and appreciation of craft and craftspeople by building a strong, talented, distinct craft community.
We value:
- Excellence and creativity in everything that we do
- Diversity in our members and their respective chosen craft
- Distinctiveness and originality of work
- Growth in our members’ talent and in the recognition of craft overall
- A strong sense of community amongst our members and volunteers
- The significant contribution that craft makes to the cultural fabric of our communities and our country
OCC Strategic Plan
The OCC's Strategic Plan document is created by the board of directors, and is a 'living document' created to guide the organization. As with any strategic plan, it is a work in progress - always subject to change and input. We encourage you to read it, send comments and review often.
 OCC Strategic Plan (222 KB PDF)
OCC 2007 Annual Report (1.3 MB PDF)
 OCC 2008 Annual Report (1.7 MB PDF)
OCC 2009 Annual Report (3.42 MB PDF)
OCC 2010 Annual Report (2 MB PDF)
Who We Are
The Ontario Crafts Council was founded in 1976 through the merger of the Canadian Guild of Crafts (Ontario, 1931) and the Ontario Craft Foundation (1966) and is registered with Revenue Canada as a charitable organization, charitable tax number: 11887 8511 RR 0001.
Programs and activities are supported through membership, proceeds from the OCC's retail location, The Guild Shop, through the Volunteer Committee’s grants and scholarships, as well as government, individual, corporate and foundation financial support.
The OCC aims to achieve its vision and mission by offering the public opportunities to engage with craft through exhibitions, The Guild Shop, our website, through publications such as Studio magazine, and by partnering with other art-based organizations, institutions and trade shows.
As a member-based organization, the OCC offers many benefits and service to its members. Craftspeople are eligible to apply for OCC awards and scholarships as well as juried exhibitions. Members also receive discounted rates on OCC workshops, seminars, and conferences as well as complimentary admission to various galleries throughout Ontario. In addition to these discounts, members pay a reduced rate to advertise in OCC publications and on purchases at The Guild Shop. Members also receive regular communications and invitations from the OCC, including two issues of Studio magazine.
The OCC values excellence, creativity, diversity and distinctiveness in the work of its membership. To encourage this, the organization provides professional development programming such as conferences and networking opportunities to build recognition and a strong sense of community.
As a member of the Ontario Association of Art Galleries, the OCC is building a network of curators and gallery directors interested in increasing craft exhibitions and related programming. The OCC is dedicated to networking with organizations and institutions to increase awareness and programming. The OCC has partnered in Community Arts Ontario projects, and provided support to post-secondary institutions in studio critiques and as a recommender for new craft programs.
Overall, the OCC works to provide opportunities for craftspeople that range from addressing business needs to providing promotional space in the arts and culture community. These services are crucial to craftspeople across the province, and the OCC is committed to maintaining and developing this unique role.
OCC Bylaws
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Update From the Executive Director
From the Desk of Emma Quin Summer 2011
From the Desk of Emma Quin Winter 2011
From the Desk of Emma Quin Spring 2010
 From the Desk of Emma Quin Fall 2010
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