• Arts & Community Infrastructure Foundation

    The Arts & Community Infrastructure (ACI) Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to preventing the closure and displacement of arts and community organizations by offering an alternative to the traditional for-profit landlord model.

    As a non-profit landlord for the arts, we will acquire and lease buildings to arts and community organizations, providing long-term stability and supporting accessibility and sustainability improvements.

  • Upcoming Events

    At Arts & Community Infrastructure Foundation, we believe that every creative vision deserves a space to flourish. Our commitment is to support arts and community organizations by providing affordable and well-managed facilities in Victoria, BC, fostering a vibrant cultural landscape. Empowering Creativity and Community A non-profit landlord offering space and propery managment services to arts and community organizations in Victoria, BC

    Art Proxima

    A free monthly speaker series featuring arts and community leaders sharing their wisdom on infrastructure, fundraising, advocacy, and business planning. More info...

    Next up: November 17, 2026 at Haus of Owl

    Our comprehensive property management services ensure that our tenants can focus on what they do best—creating art and building community. With a dedicated team and a deep understanding of the unique needs of arts organizations, we strive to create environments that inspire and nurture creativity. Empowering Creativity and Community A non-profit landlord offering space and propery managment services to arts and community organizations in Victoria, BC

    Arts Spaces Forum

    An annual gathering of arts and community leaders coming together to learn about challenges and opportunities related to arts infrastructure. More info...

    March 7, 2027 at Other Guise Theatre

  • Our Work

    Turning our mission into action. Our work is organized around three strategic priorities:

    Build Infrastructure Knowledge

    Educate arts and community leaders about zoning, permitting, commercial real estate, fundraising, and grant opportunities related to infrastructure.

    Support the Spaces We Have

    Support partners with building maintenance and infrastructure-related improvements.

    Secure Arts Spaces

    Acquire and lease suitable long-term spaces to arts and community organizations.

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    Our Funders

    We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of our funding partners.

  • Progress to Date

    • ACI was founded in December 2024 and became a registered charity in June 2025.
    • A board governance structure is in place, with board development continuing as ACI’s work becomes more property- and finance-intensive.
    • Inaugural Arts Spaces Forum hosted in February 2026.
    • Art Proxima montly speaker series launched in April 2026, in response to community feedback.
    • ACI has established working relationships with arts organizations, venue operators, funders, public-sector contacts, and others with relevant sector and infrastructure knowledge.
    • ACI is participating in the University of Toronto Infrastructure Institute’s Social Purpose Real Estate Organizational Readiness Program in fall 2026 to strengthen its readiness for a social-purpose real estate project.

  • Project Updates

    ACI Foundation Receives CRD Grow Forward Grant
    October 1, 2026
    We’re pleased to share that the ACI Foundation has received $10,500 through the Capital Regional...
    ACI Foundation Receives Community Gaming Grant Funding
    October 1, 2026
    We’re pleased to share that the ACI Foundation has received $7,000 through the Province of...
    Cultural Land Trust as Relational Practice Forum
    September 30, 2026
    ACI Foundation co-founder Jenn Neilson travelled to Vancouver on October 9th to participate in...
    Community impact: preserving the arts
    September 27, 2026
    Community impact: preserving the arts “When we lose access to the arts, we risk losing our...
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    Get Updates. Stay Connected.

    Don't miss out on news about the upcoming Arts Spaces Forum and other opportunities to advocate for sustainable arts and community spaces!

  • Contact Us

    Want to Learn More? Want to Get Involved?
    Interested in participating in the Arts Spaces Study, the Art Proxima Series, or supporting us in an advisory role?

    Let’s connect and explore how we can work together.

    Capital Regional District, BC
    NonProfitLandlord@gmail.com
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