Funding in 1992 was at a
crisis point and a group was formed called "Friends of MISSA". With
their continued help and support we have raised funds with auctions, raffles
and special events. 1992 was a turning point for the school. The school
contracted with In 1996 our bursary
endowment program included a new fundraising event, The Faculty Auction. This
auction has proven to be a highlight of our "wind-up" party at the
end of the July courses. Each year, MISSA
arranges a Celebration of the Arts event, where we honour a special member of
the arts community who, by the caliber of their work and their commitment to
the arts, has made a significant difference to the growth and development. MISSA now offers courses
to over 400 students per year. |
A group of dedicated artists
formed and incorporated on June 26, 1985, the Metchosin International Summer
School of the Arts (MISSA). That year five two week courses were offered.
Over the years we have expanded our course selection. A faculty exhibition in
1991 at the noted