Please note:
All memberships affected by the COVID-19 facility closure are still considered in good standing. This includes VAC memberships that were to expire after March 13, 2020. Please note that program discounts will be administered manually after program registrations have been processed.

Become A Member

We thank you for considering becoming a member. Each membership has exciting benefits, take a look at which one is right for you.
​You can also renew your VAC membership by clicking on the membership options below.

Individual Membership - ​$35

Becoming a member gives you the advantage of belonging to a creative community. Register for one of our programs or workshops.

Family Membership - $40

All the artists in your family can get creative. Take advantage of discounts on multiple classes with our family membership.

Senior Membership (65+) - $25

Explore our arts education programs. The Visual Arts Centre is a great place to connect with creative people.  ​
As of January 1, 2020, the VAC will no longer be accepting cash or cheque payments. Debit or credit only.

Member Benefits

The VAC is a dedicated meeting place for artists and community members to learn and grow. As a VAC member, you gain access to discounts on classes and members-only exhibition programming to help you develop your own creative expression and further engage with art. Each membership has exciting benefits, take a look at which one is right for you. Our VAC membership will allow you to learn new things, meet interesting artists and thinkers, and be a part of a community where ideas are exchanged, questions are asked, and relationships are built.
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Here is the full list of  membership benefits:
  • Members-only exhibition previews and receptions with the curator and artists.
  • Access to Members-Only Workshops, Lectures, and more
  • Member discount for all VAC programs, camps and workshops (with the exclusion of Pottery Open Studio and Uninstructed Life Drawing).
  • Discounts at Above Ground Art Supplies, Curry's Art Supplies and DeSerres (regular price
              merchandise, in-store only)
  • Member pricing on VAC's education programs for children, youth, adults & families
  • The exclusive opportunity to exhibit and sell your artwork at the 100 Small Artworks Show and Sale
  • Free admission to over 80 reciprocal museums and art galleries in the Ontario Association of
              Art Galleries (OAAG) via www.oaag.org
  • Subscription to our e-newsletters and communications that keep you updated and informed
  • Voting privileges at our Annual Member Meeting - May 12, 2021 (held virtually via zoom)

Donate to the VAC

The VAC is a registered charity under the income tax act, and provides tax benefits to donors.  The Centre works with financial professionals and their clients to assist in the implementation of planned giving and estate planning. BN 89324 2669 RR0001
Donate Now Through CanadaHelps.org!
Minimum donation of $10
For smaller donations please visit us at the Visual Arts Centre of Clarington.

Purchasing a VAC Membership

Once you have purchased your VAC Membership, you will be sent an email confirmation from our Active network. Within 10 business days, you will receive a Welcome email containing your membership card details. Print and cut out your VAC Membership card. Please present this card at Above Ground Art Supplies, DeSerres and Curry's Art Supplies to receive a discount on your purchases.

If you have not yet received your membership card, please contact the VAC office by phone or email. Please note that as of January 2019, we will no longer be mailing out VAC Membership cards.

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