After seven incredible years we are saying goodbye to Onika Powell, our beloved Artistic Director. Onika’s artistic leadership has forever changed VIBE Arts and the lives of countless young creatives. Her passion, care and drive to support our community of artists is unmatched.
There is no question that Onika has been a force at VIBE and has guided our work in a direction that has deepened our impact and provided so many new opportunities for artists. She has made our mentorship programs what they are today (and consider this a gentle reminder that you have until April 9th to see work created by Cohort VI of NExT at Meridan Arts Centre!).
Working with Onika was a true joy and she will be deeply missed! She won’t be going too far–she has accepted an exciting new role at the Toronto Arts Council and will still be working hard to create opportunities for artists to thrive.
As Onika put it herself, “this isn’t goodbye—it’s more of a “see you on the outside” because my connection to the art community will never truly end.” We can’t wait to see what the future holds for Onika, an amazing colleague and friend.
Join us in sending Onika all the best VIBES for her new chapter!