Welcome
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Ласкаво просимо !سلام (Salam) שלום (Shalom)
Fringe North is equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible.
Ласкаво просимо !سلام (Salam) שלום (Shalom)
Fringe North is equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible.
Come share your story with us.
We humbly acknowledge our privilege to live, work, and play in Bawaating, the traditional land of the Anishinaabek Nation, and home to the Michif Piyii (Metis Peoples). Settler-Indigenous relations in these territories have been defined by the Robinson-Huron, Robinson-Superior, and Jay Treaties.
We wish to acknowledge in particular the Batchewana and Garden River First Nations, the Historic Sault Ste. Marie Métis Council, and the land that has been home to the Missanabie Cree, who were displaced from their traditional territory. We must work to understand, honour and respect the rights and sovereignty of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and in doing so, recognize a history that predates the earliest European colonies. Fringe North recognizes our responsibilities as treaty signatories, values truth and reconciliation, and taking actionable steps to work towards this in tangible ways.
We humbly acknowledge our privilege to live, work, and play in Bawaating, the traditional land of the Anishinaabek Nation, and home to the Michif Piyii (Metis Peoples). Settler-Indigenous relations in these territories have been defined by the Robinson-Huron, Robinson-Superior, and Jay Treaties.
We wish to acknowledge in particular the Batchewana and Garden River First Nations, the Historic Sault Ste. Marie Métis Council, and the land that has been home to the Missanabie Cree, who were displaced from their traditional territory. We must work to understand, honour and respect the rights and sovereignty of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and in doing so, recognize a history that predates the earliest European colonies. Fringe North recognizes our responsibilities as treaty signatories, values truth and reconciliation, and taking actionable steps to work towards this in tangible ways.
Our Story |
Fringe North is a vibrant arts and cultural community in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, celebrating creativity, community, and artistic expression. Bringing together local, national, and international talent, we offer a platform for theatre, music, dance, visual arts, comedy, and more. As part of the global Fringe movement, we are committed to providing accessible and affordable opportunities for artists to share their work, while giving audiences the chance to experience innovative and boundary-pushing performances.
Our festival runs every August, expanding over the years to include theatre, music, visual arts, and more. Each year, we help emerging artists through our Artists in Residency Program and proudly support Indigenous and equity-seeking artists through initiatives like Project Nishin. We also host a year-round podcast series and other events that build community connections and engage in meaningful dialogue through art. |
For the past three-years, artists paid no participation fees. We have grown to support 40 artists across over 10 different genres. We are proud to continually provide financial opportunities for artists.In 2023, we expanded to a four-stage festival, with a variety of other in person and digital activities to engage in. This year, we added more immersive in-person art experiences, summer socials, three venues and a new Kid’s Fringe experience for the family.
As part of the Fringe North commitment to accessible arts for all, we have worked to subsidize artist participation fees, resulting in zero fees for artists to present their work. Since 2021, we have grown to become a hybrid festival, presenting live and digital works across artistic disciplines. In 2024, we supported over 40 artists/artist groups, across 10 different genres, with just under $30,000 paid out in ticket sales. Additionally, we supported several emerging artists and young arts professionals through our Emerging Artists in Residency Program.
The 2024 Festival included 3 venues, 5 stages/performance spaces, a free Family Fun Zone, vendors market, busker circle, visual art exhibitions, immersive community art experiences, and so much more.
This is a welcoming, loiter-friendly environment where you’re encouraged to gather, create, and engage all year long. Fringe North is for everyone, and we're thrilled you're a part of it. Expect the unexpected, fellow fringer!
As part of the Fringe North commitment to accessible arts for all, we have worked to subsidize artist participation fees, resulting in zero fees for artists to present their work. Since 2021, we have grown to become a hybrid festival, presenting live and digital works across artistic disciplines. In 2024, we supported over 40 artists/artist groups, across 10 different genres, with just under $30,000 paid out in ticket sales. Additionally, we supported several emerging artists and young arts professionals through our Emerging Artists in Residency Program.
The 2024 Festival included 3 venues, 5 stages/performance spaces, a free Family Fun Zone, vendors market, busker circle, visual art exhibitions, immersive community art experiences, and so much more.
This is a welcoming, loiter-friendly environment where you’re encouraged to gather, create, and engage all year long. Fringe North is for everyone, and we're thrilled you're a part of it. Expect the unexpected, fellow fringer!
Our Vision |
The vision of Fringe North is to support artists and creators, strengthen local arts communities, build community through art, create sustainable, accessible avenues for artistic exploration and experiences for all, and to provide memorable experiences for audiences year after year.
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Our Values
Community Care
Fringe North is dedicated to building community through art and fostering local arts. We prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) to ensure a welcoming environment for everyone involved.
Safer Spaces
When you fringe with us, you join a community that is vibrant, diverse, inclusive, welcoming and safe. We believe in creating spaces that celebrate creative risk. We’re committed to creating where the community thrives. Learn More
Accessibility
Fringe festivals provide easily accessible opportunities for all artists and audiences. We believe in making the festival experience open to everyone. Learn More
Anti-Racism
Fringe North actively promotes inclusivity, diversity, and multiculturalism, incorporating these values into every aspect of our organization to combat racism and discrimination.
Artist Support
We prioritize artistic freedom, allowing artists to express themselves without censorship. 100% of ticket sales go directly to the artists, ensuring they are supported and compensated fairly.
Fringe North is dedicated to building community through art and fostering local arts. We prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) to ensure a welcoming environment for everyone involved.
Safer Spaces
When you fringe with us, you join a community that is vibrant, diverse, inclusive, welcoming and safe. We believe in creating spaces that celebrate creative risk. We’re committed to creating where the community thrives. Learn More
Accessibility
Fringe festivals provide easily accessible opportunities for all artists and audiences. We believe in making the festival experience open to everyone. Learn More
Anti-Racism
Fringe North actively promotes inclusivity, diversity, and multiculturalism, incorporating these values into every aspect of our organization to combat racism and discrimination.
Artist Support
We prioritize artistic freedom, allowing artists to express themselves without censorship. 100% of ticket sales go directly to the artists, ensuring they are supported and compensated fairly.