Inspiring Digital Creativity In Ontario’s North
DGTL CREATOR NORTH BAY
Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 3pm – 7pm
Our space is now open on Saturdays from 1pm – 4pm
Location: 108 Main Street East, North Bay, ON, P1B 1A9
Digital Creator North Bay operates as a free, drop-in learning environment for youth aged 11 – 19 to acquire digital media skills. Staffed by artist mentors, the space is equipped to support interest-driven creative activities like 3D Printing, coding, graphic design, animation, videography, digital photography, podcasting and audio recording. Teens can also come in to work on homework, read, paint, draw, collage, or just hang out and play video games with friends!
What is Dgtl Creator North?
Digital Creator North is a free, low-barrier program that supports youth and emerging artists in exploring digital and media arts. Through hands-on access to creative tools and mentorship, participants can develop digital skills at their own pace, collaborate with others, and pursue their own creative interests in a casual, welcoming space.
Since 2013, the program has expanded from community-based hubs to resources that help other communities build their own youth digital arts spaces using Digital Creator North as a model.
For a deeper look at the program’s journey, impact, and resources for creating similar initiatives, download our Final Report by clicking the button below.
Our Upcoming Programming
Sara Mayhew
Program Facilitator
Sara Mayhew is a Canadian manga artist, writer, and illustrator. She graduated Canadore College in 2005 and the same year created “Secrets of Sorcerers,” which won the International Manga and Anime Festival award and a Northern Arts grant. Mayhew also illustrated “The First Emperor,” self-published “Love Pet,” and created the “Legend of the Ztarr” series, which received another Northern Arts grant. Mayhew has written about her skeptical viewpoint in her art in various periodicals, podcasts, and conventions. Her work has also featured in Applied Arts Magazine and Scholastic’s ChickaDEE magazine.
Our News & Announcements
Introducing our newest Artist in Residence, Lily Zhang!
NewsIntroducing our Newest Artist In Residence, Lily ZhangCome and meet our new artist in residence, Lily Zhang (@zh.anggg), who will be working in the Digital Creator North Bay space until the end of January 2025! Lily Zhang is a stop motion animator and puppet...
We’re hiring a Digital Creator North Bay Programming Facilitator! Apply Now!
NewsWe're Hiring a Program Facilitator in North Bay, Ontario! Apply Now!Digital Creator North Bay Programming Facilitator North Bay, ON • Onsite$19 an hour35 hours per weekFull-time, 1 year contractVacation: 15 days plus 2 weeks office closure during the winter...
Call for Applications: Digital Creator Artist in Residence
NewsCall for Applications!Digital Creator Artist In ResidenceCALL FOR DIGITAL ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Application Deadline: September 3rd, 2024Residency Title: Digital Creator Artist in ResidenceOrganization: Near North Mobile Media LabLocation: North Bay (Digital Creator...
Gateway Gives Sponsors Digital Creator North Bay with $500 Donation
News We’re excited to share that Gateway Gives, on behalf of Cascades Casino North Bay, has generously donated $500 to Digital Creator North Bay! 🙌 This amazing support will help us keep our printer stocked with ink for the year, allowing our youth to continue...
Summer Camps Announcement! Register Now!
NewsSummer Camps Announcement! Register Now!Unleash Creativity at Digital Creator North Bay’s Summer Camps Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to keep your young creative engaged this summer? Digital Creator North Bay has the perfect solution with two...
Our March 2024 Programming Calendar is now available. Check it out!
NewsOur March 2024 Programming Calendar is now available. Check it out!Our March 2024 Programming Calendar is now available. Check it out! This month, youth can explore workshops on typography, get creative with our AI Jam Art session, strike a pose at our fashion...