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Registrations: CreateWell Facilitator Learning Series

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Registrations: CreateWell Facilitator Learning Series
Event Date
May 6 - June 6, 2026All Day
About Registrations: CreateWell Facilitator Learning Series

Arts-for-wellness facilitation

The Quinte Arts Council invites QAC member artists to register for an upcoming Facilitator Learning Series—designed for those interested in delivering arts-for-wellness sessions as part of the community-based CreateWell program.

Only 8 spots available — early registration is strongly encouraged.

This series will explore what arts-for-wellness facilitation is—and what it is not—while clearly distinguishing between the roles of an art instructor, an arts-for-wellness facilitator, and a mental health professional.

What You’ll Learn

Participants will build foundational skills in inclusive, supportive group facilitation, both generally and within their own artistic practice. Topics include:

  • Fostering individual and collective safety
  • Establishing group norms
  • Creating inclusive, participant-centered prompts
  • Designing structured openings and closings
  • Holding space with care and intention
  • Supporting transitions within sessions
  • Fostering connection and community
  • Maintaining healthy boundaries
  • Understanding referral pathways
  • Supporting facilitator self-regulation

What You Can Expect

This is an experiential learning series. Participants will:

  • Engage in hands-on arts-for-wellness practices
  • Lead mini-sessions with peer feedback
  • Participate in reflection and integration circles
  • Build confidence before facilitating in the community

Ongoing check-in circles will provide space for reflection, peer support, and creative processing.

What You’ll Receive

Upon completion, participants will be equipped to facilitate within the CreateWell program and will receive:

  • An introduction to the CreateWell arts facilitation model
  • A warm, welcoming, and supportive learning environment
  • A Facilitator Start-Up Kit with tools and resources

Training Schedule

Four sessions (3 hours each):

  • Saturday, June 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM
  • Saturday, June 13 | 1:00–4:00 PM
  • Saturday, June 27 | 1:00–4:00 PM
  • Fall Session (September or October – Date TBD)
    A follow-up/refresher session to support artists beginning or continuing facilitation

Location

Belleville Public Library – Board Room (2nd Floor)

Cost

$35 per participant

What to Bring

  • Comfortable clothing you don’t mind getting messy
  • Refillable water bottle

Who Should Apply

This series is ideal for QAC member artists of all disciplines who are interested in:

  • Community-engaged practice
  • Arts and wellbeing
  • Facilitating inclusive, supportive creative spaces

Register Now

Spaces are limited to 8 participants.

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