Ottawa School of Art

Mission
“The OSA is the leading centre for visual arts education and creative expression in the Ottawa region”

Vision
“By 2020 the OSA will be a major centre in Canada for developing excellence in the visual arts”

Values
The OSA
•  Is inclusive and accessible
•  Is studio-oriented and studio-based
•  Offers a collaborative and creative environment
•  Promotes diversity
•  Is student-centred
•  Fosters imagination, creativity and Innovation
•  Provides hands-on training by practicing artists

Goals
1.  To build on programs for all ages, all levels of skill and experience
2.  To continue to be a strong promoter and advocate of visual arts
3.  To evolve as a multi-disciplinary creative and exploratory learning centre
4.  To continue to build relationships with the local community and to gain a national profile
5.  To strengthen organizational stability and increase financial stability

Motto
“Teaching art to everyone”

Download a PDF of our 2010/11 Annual Report.

Download Appendix A - Outreach Program.
Download Annexe A - Programme Communautaire.