Maple Ridge, B.C., Sept., 8, 2025 – The City of Maple Ridge will assume responsibility for the operations of The ACT Arts Centre effective January 1, 2026, ensuring this much-loved facility continues to thrive as the community’s cultural hub.
The City will work closely with ACT staff, contractors, artists, and community groups to support a smooth transition to deliver programming and events.
“The ACT is at the heart of Maple Ridge’s vibrant arts scene, and our priority is to ensure it remains a place where creativity and culture can flourish,” said Mayor Dan Ruimy. “The City is grateful for the dedication and contributions of the Arts Council in stewarding The ACT for more than 20 years. With more than $1 million in annual investment by the City, this change allows us to manage taxpayer dollars responsibly and transparently while creating new opportunities to expand access to arts and culture for residents. We look forward to engaging the Arts Council and other partners in shaping future cultural initiatives.”
After over a year of discussions with the Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Arts Council, City Council directed staff to prepare for the City to assume responsibility to ensure transparency, accountability, and alignment with community priorities. With this change, residents can expect continued high-quality programming, as well as greater alignment between The ACT, Albion Community Centre, and other City facilities.
A dedicated transition team has been established, and the City is committed to retaining ACT staff, volunteers and contractors wherever possible to maintain continuity. Existing bookings and ticketed events will be honoured, and community groups with upcoming productions will be supported throughout the transition, ensuring a seamless experience for patrons, artists and arts organizations.
“Residents, staff, and community and arts groups can be confident that The ACT will remain open and an inclusive and welcoming hub for everyone,” said Mayor Ruimy. “Our focus is on service continuity while enhancing and expanding the vital role arts and culture play in creating a vibrant, connected, and creative community.”
This transition also opens the door to new opportunities to grow public art and artist-in-residence programs, increase community engagement, and bring forward fresh cultural activations and performances.
Updates will be shared with the community as planning continues through the fall. For more information about the City’s arts and culture programming, visit MapleRidge.ca/Arts or contact PRC@MapleRidge.ca.
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