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McTavish Academy Of Art resides in a former elementary school in North Saanich. The space has been transformed into a vibrant community art & recreation centre.
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We host classes, workshops, events, birthdays, rentals & create art kits for all ages. The 18,000 sq. ft. space has been transformed into a vibrant community art & recreation centre. A space where we host classes, workshops, events, birthdays, rentals & create art kits for all ages. Join us and explore your creativity.

10/19/2026

Join Lisa Wieben for the upcoming Somatics Class
Somatic movement helps to reduce muscular tension, ease chronic pain, and regain freedom of movement in your body. Lisa will show you how you can restore balance and reduce tension in your own body, despite the stresses of daily life.

To register for classes at McTavish Academy Of Art https://campscui.active.com/orgs/McTavishAcademyOfArt?season=3834241&sessionType=2024932

To View all yoga and wellness classes at McTavish Academy Of Art like Qigong, Iyengar, Back Care, Mat Pilates, Taoist Tai Chi®arts, Yin, Gentle Hatha, Chair Yoga, Restorative, Full Moon Reiki Sound Bath & More Visit:
https://mctavishacademy.ca/yoga-studio/

View Lisa's other classes hosted at another centre as well.
Immunity Class - https://www.lisawieben.com/stressandimmunity

10/08/2026

Planning to exhibit in 2027? 🎨✨

A few coveted weeks are still available in the ArtSea Gallery Rental Season, one of the Peninsula’s most welcoming, accessible spaces Where Art Happens.

If you’re ready to share your work, connect with our creative community, and be part of a year of weekly exhibitions, now’s the moment.

✨ VISIT artsea.ca > gallery > gallery rentals to apply for your 2027 Gallery rental and secure your week.

The Gallery continues to be a bright, community powered space for artists & we can’t wait to see what you bring to the walls, the room, and the conversations next year.

📅 Explore rental details, membership info, and the full 2027 calendar visit artsea.ca Be sure to visit the ArtSea Gallery at Tulista Park and Step into the place Where Art Happens.

10/03/2026

The ArtSea Community Arts Council Studio Tour is back this weekend and we are excited to be part of it!

This Saturday & Sunday, October 3 & 4, the Studio Tour returns to the Saanich Peninsula, with more than 45 local artists and creative spaces opening their doors to the community.

Make McTavish Academy Of Art one of your stops!
Come by, explore our space, connect with local artists and experience some of the incredible creativity happening right here on the Peninsula.

The Studio Tour is FREE and open to everyone, so grab a friend, plan your route and make a weekend of discovering local art!

🗓️ October 3 & 4
- Studios throughout the Saanich Peninsula
- 45+ participating local artists
- Free admission

View the Studio Tour map and participating locations at artsea.ca

A big thank you to Wendy Picken for all of her hard work making this tour happen and to ArtSea Community Arts Council for continuing to bring artists and our community together. We’re looking forward to welcoming you this weekend! ❤️

09/26/2026

Planning a birthday party this year?
Celebrate Their Big Day with Creativity!

Celebrate with a hands-on art party at McTavish Academy of Art! Kids get to create, celebrate and make something special while you get a fun party experience without having to plan it all yourself!

🎁 BOOKING BONUS:
Book any birthday party for the 2026/2027 school year by October 16th and receive a FREE regular size McTavish Art Kit with your booking!

- DIY & Instructed Party Options Available
- Creative, hands-on party experience
- Space to celebrate with friends
- Plus a FREE Art Kit when you book by Oct. 16

Party dates can fill quickly throughout the school year, so reserve yours early. Learn more & book your party:
https://mctavishacademy.ca/venue-rentals/birthday-parties/

McTavish Academy of Art | North Saanich, BC

09/26/2026

Bring a little piece of the coast to life at home! 🐻🎨

McTavish Academy’s Coastal Bear Kit is one of many art kits you can paint and make your own. Choose your colours, enjoy the process, and create a piece of art that’s uniquely yours.

It’s the perfect project for a creative afternoon at home and a gift for someone who loves making things. Made on Vancouver Island. Explore our art kits on our website through the link in bio.

09/26/2026

The best part of making art kits? Making them together. 🎄🎨

Pull up a chair, pick your colours, and turn an ordinary afternoon into family time. McTavish Academy’s art kits give everyone a chance to create something that feels like their own, and enjoy the messy, colourful moments along the way.

Made on Vancouver Island. Explore our standard and Christmas kits on our website through the link in bio.

09/26/2026

From wooden pieces to a whole underwater world! 🐋🎨

Paint the whales, colour the ocean, and stack the layers to bring your 3D Whale Kit to life. It’s a fun project to make your own, with paints, brushes, glue, and instructions included.

Made on Vancouver Island. Find the 3D Whale Kit on our website through the link in bio.

09/25/2026

McTavish Academy of Art is about more than art classes. From bringing creative programming to Saanich Peninsula Hospital to offering free activities at the Sidney Street Market and supporting local organizations, McTavish has become a place where creativity brings the community together.

Discover the many ways they’re connecting people through the arts. Read the full story at the link: https://seasidemagazine.ca/mctavish-academy-of-art-creatively-connecting-the-community/

Words & Photo: McTavish Academy of Art

06/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Help Fill A Dream Foundation on an Incredible Milestone! 🎉

Today they celebrate not one, but two remarkable achievements, 40 years of making dreams come true and the fulfillment of their 4,000th dream! 💙✨

For four decades, the dedicated team, volunteers, donors, and supporters at Help Fill A Dream Foundation have brought hope, joy, and unforgettable experiences to children facing life-threatening conditions and their families across Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands.

Reaching 4,000 dreams fulfilled is a testament to the compassion of an entire community and the lasting impact that kindness can have on the lives of others.

Thank you for 40 years of inspiring generosity, creating cherished memories, and reminding us all of the power of a dream.

Here's to the next chapter and the many more dreams yet to come. 💫

Congratulations on 40 Years & 4,000 Dreams! 🎈🎉

Address

1720 McTavish Road
North Saanich, BC
V8L5T9

Website

https://mctavishacademy.ca/

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