Our Mission

The Art Gallery of Mississauga (AGM) is a vibrant and dynamic gallery that showcases the work of local, national and international contemporary artists. It is our mission to bring art to the community and the community to art through compelling exhibitions, interactive workshops and thought-provoking events. Located in the heart of downtown Mississauga, we offer a free and accessible space where all are welcome.

Values

The board, staff and volunteers of the AGM share a core set of values that guide our behaviours and define our organizational culture:

  • We conduct ourselves with the highest professional and ethical standards.
  • We respect others and treat them with honesty, dignity and compassion. We will not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind.
  • We value diversity at our board table, in our workplaces and in our exhibitions and activities.
  • We maintain a healthy, productive working environment that promotes work-life balance, employee engagement and innovation.
  • We ensure our spaces and activities are accessible to all.
  • We build trust through responsible actions and honest relationships. We believe in the power of collaboration, and we seek and sustain meaningful partnerships.
  • We are fair and transparent in our practices, and we are accountable for our words, our actions and our results.

Mandate

As a centre for community building, the gallery is envisioned to energize the cultural producers of Mississauga and beyond. The AGM is proud to admit people free of charge, serve communities, and provide positive visual art experiences for all visitors.

Equity of Access

As a public institution, the Art Gallery of Mississauga is committed to being a leader in supporting diversity, inclusion and an equitable access to all of the groups protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code. These include marginalized members of the community who are living with disabilities, are Indigenous or person of colour or racialized, or self-identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

We are located on the ground-level, with accessible entrance, underground parking and with the only gender-neutral washroom in the Mississauga Civic Centre.

Accessibility and inclusivity is a priority for this space, exhibitions, and public programmes. Our staff and Board are committed to meeting the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

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