Celebrating Decorative Arts & Design!         Célébrons les arts décoratifs et du design !


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Making decorative arts and design accessible to all people through education, events, community partnerships, and volunteer opportunities.

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DONATE TO OUR HOLIDAY CAMPAIGN!

  • Help the Canadian Society of Decorative Arts broaden awareness for decorative art and design in Canada, and promote Canadian artists and makers. The CSDA/CCAD contributes to the craft community by commissioning a new ornament each year. Start or add to your collection today!
  • We have beautiful hand formed, one-of-a-kind metal sculpture ornaments by Nancy Clarke and while supplies last, those making a donation of $75 or more will receive one in recognition of their support for artists and makers across Canada.  

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WHAT'S NEW


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Our Fall newsletter is out

   

In this issue, you'll find details about CSDA news including information on the next issue of Ornamentum, a new Artist in Focus featuring Etty Anderson, a list of Canadian and international decorative arts exhibitions, and so much more.

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Volunteer With Us!  

Actively seeking volunteers

   

We are volunteer driven. CSDA is actively seeking volunteers to help with event planning, development, member growth and marketing. Contact us to learn how you can become involved in 2025. Download the volunteer form here.


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A Year In The Life

2023 - 2024 Annual Report 


Take a closer look at the CSDA's activities from the past year and learn more about our strategic plans going forward. Our 2023 - 2024 Annual Report is now available. Read the full report here


Watson Skateboard Gramophone, Neil Nucifora, Image Courtesy of Baker Street Creations


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ORNAMENTUM: CSDA/CCAD's AWARD-WINNING MAGAZINE


Fall/Winter 2024
 

On newsstands across Canada until May 31  2025

Ornamentum is Canada’s preeminent publication dedicated to exploring and cultivating the aesthetics of the everyday. Written for a broad readership, this award-winning magazine highlights creative design and craftsmanship in both historical and contemporary work. Get your copy today!


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AT-A-GLANCE

ABOUT CSDA/CCAD

The Canadian Society of Decorative Arts/Cercle canadien des arts décoratifs is a national nonprofit that promotes decorative art and design in Canada, through guest lectures, special events, and publications. We're a diverse community, ranging from artists and makers, to experts and enthusiasts.

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BECOME A MEMBER

Take advantage of benefits including special member discounts, artist’s talks, opportunities for exposure through our newsletter and social media, and behind-the-scenes access to institutional and private collections that are not available to the general public. All are welcome!


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The Canadian Society of Decorative Arts/ Cercle canadien des arts décoratifs was formed, with the generous support
of the Macdonald Stewart Foundation, to provide a forum for all those interested in the decorative arts.
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