Speaking in the Ontario Legislature, Wellington-Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott recently highlighted the McMichael Canadian art collection.
Arnott, who serves as the Progressive Conservative critic to the Ministers of Culture and Aboriginal Affairs, said the McMichael Canadian Art Collection in Kleinburg showcases much more than art; it showcases the very best in the province and country.
“Soon … the rest of the world will have the chance to see that too.
“I’m pleased to report that the McMichael exhibition, Challenging Traditions, is en route to the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland.
“It’s all part of that Museum’s exhibition program recognizing Canada’s hosting of the 2010 winter Olympics in Vancouver – just over four months away.
“The McMichael exhibition highlights some 40 living Canadian artists using the traditions, forms, styles and materials of west coast First Nations art. The exhibition also builds on the tradition and extraordinary generosity of the late Robert and Signe McMichael, who I was honoured to know.
“I want to acknowledge the artists’ creativity and their important place in the cultural history of Canada. Further, I want to congratulate Tom Smart and all the staff at McMichael for their exceptional job in creating this timely and ground-breaking exhibition.
“A few days ago I returned to the McMichael gallery – one of my favourite art galleries, and the first one I visited more than 20 years ago. It was great to be back, and to see firsthand the works that depict our scenic beauty in Wellington-Halton Hills. We in Ontario are very fortunate to have this cultural gem in our own backyard.”
