Meet the Team

Christina is inspired by the role the arts play in uplifting, inspiring, and celebrating communities. Born and raised in Toronto, Christina has over a decade of experience in the international arts /non-profit sector having held leadership positions in arts organizations in Canada and abroad. She is an alum and Board member of the School of Toronto Dance Theatre and holds an MA in Cultural Economics and Entrepreneurship from Erasmus University Rotterdam. Christina is thrilled to join NorthYork Arts as Executive Director as of August 2021.

What does art mean to you?

Creativity breathes life into community

Melissa joined North York Arts in 2014 and has 15 years working in various roles throughout the public sector. She  holds a BA (hons) in Theatre Studies from York University and a Community Arts Practice Certificate from York University. She also holds a post-degree diploma in Arts Management from Western University.

What does art mean to you?

Exploring our shared humanity 

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Julián is a multifaceted, colourful and vibrant queer Latinx Canadian Arts Manager/Producer with over 19 years of experience managing and delivering arts festivals and cultural events. He has worked across the city leading, coordinating, and producing both small and large-scale projects, developing marketing concepts, and has significant experience managing staff and building strong community relationships across cultural boundaries.

What does art mean to you?

The Big Bang of my life

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Born and raised in North York, Josie is continuously influenced by the distinct local art scenes in the city. Working in design, education, and public and private cultural sectors has deeply informed her interdisciplinary approach to the arts.

What does art mean to you?

Visual vocabularies of our existence.