National nonprofit strengthening municipal cultural policy and practice across Canada.
The Creative City Network of Canada (CCNC) is a national nonprofit professional association dedicated to strengthening municipal cultural policy, planning, and practice across Canada. Through knowledge sharing, research, and professional development, CCNC equips municipal arts and culture professionals with the tools to foster vibrant, creative communities. For over 20 years, its flagship event, the Creative City Summit, has brought together local government cultural leaders, creative professionals, and stakeholders from across the country. CCNC supports cultural development, enhances the environment for artists, and strengthens arts, heritage, and cultural organizations to contribute to quality of life and economic vitality in communities nationwide.