As work continues toward an expanded water treatment plant on Collingwood's Sunset Point shore, the town is looking for Saugeen First Nation artists to add public art to the expanded building.
The Town of Collingwood has been consulting with the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Environment Office to create a plan for two public art installations and a call out for artists.
According to a news release from the town the goal for the art installations on the expanded plant is to connect the culture, stories, and history of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation people who have lived on and cared for the territory.
Up to two art installations will be commissioned for the site and the town would like the art to express the importance of water in the teachings and life of Anishinaabe culture, the connection held by women to the spirit of water, and the role of all humans in the water cycle.
"The plant is being designed and developed in an environmentally responsible manner with a mind to future climate change challenges, shoreline rejuvenation and conservation," states a news release issued by the town. "Consultation with the Saugeen Ojibway National Environment Office has been essential in this process, and it is the hope of the project team that the newly expanded plant will be a showcase for water treatment, conservation, and education."
The town will be accepting applications from members of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (including Saugeen First Nation or Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation) who also reside in Ontario, until Feb. 28. Details on the application process are available online at the town website.
The town is working through expansion plans for the Raymond A Barker Water Treatment Plant, with construction to take place in 2025.
