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New Voices Digital Zine Showcase & Drum Session
Join us for the New Voices Digital Zine Showcase & Drum Session, a free community event celebrating the creativity, stories, and accomplishments of the youth who participated in our recent Digital Zine Workshop.
Throughout the workshop series, participants explored creative storytelling and self-expression while developing their own original digital zines. This showcase is an opportunity to experience their work, celebrate their achievements, and support the voices of newcomer and refugee youth in our community.
We’re also excited to welcome our friends from CanAfric Theatre, who will be leading interactive community drum sessions as part of the celebration.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Location: Near North Makerspace, 108 Main Street East, North Bay
Admission: Free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome to attend!
About the Showcase
The Digital Zine Showcase features a collection of original digital zines created by participants during the New Voices Digital Zine Workshop. Visitors are invited to explore the stories, artwork, and creative ideas developed throughout the program while celebrating the accomplishments of the youth who brought them to life.
In addition to the showcase, attendees are invited to participate in interactive community drum sessions led by CanAfric Theatre, creating an opportunity to connect through music, creativity, and community.
About New Voices Co-Design Lab
The New Voices Co-Design Lab supports newcomer and refugee youth in exploring storytelling, media creation, and creative expression through hands-on workshops and collaborative projects. Through programs like the Digital Zine Workshop and Video Storytelling, participants are encouraged to build new skills, share their experiences, and connect with their community through creativity.
Interested in getting involved? Registration is now open for our upcoming Video Storytelling Workshop, a free eight-week program for newcomer and refugee youth ages 11–19.
To learn more about the New Voices Co-Design Lab, explore upcoming free workshop opportunities, or register for the next workshop, visit the New Voices Co-Design Lab page on our website.