The Barrie Public Art Committee’s (BPAC) goal is to enhance Barrie with art, and encourage residents and visitors alike to visit public spaces.
Mandate
The Barrie Public Art Committee (BPAC) provides expert community input on the City of Barrie’s public art policies and procedures, giving guidance and advice to City departments, agencies, sponsors, boards, and commissions from the earliest stages of public art projects proposed for City-owned lands and potential donations to the City.
Mission Statement
The Barrie Public Art Committee will enhance the City of Barrie by purposefully acquiring public art that inspires and connects the community in our public spaces. We will promote art appreciation and build lasting relationships through education, integration and activation that engages the community, creates conversation and demonstrates the value of public art.
Role
The Barrie Public Art Committee:
- reviews and develops public art policies
- develops competition guidelines for public art commissions
- reviews and recommends proposed donations of artwork to the City of Barrie
- provides advice to City staff on the management and promotion of the City of Barrie public art collection.
Current Members
The committee is comprised of two City Councillors, local artists, art and design professionals, and interested community members. The Public Art Coordinator serves as staff liaison representing the Economic & Creative Development Department.
