Murals
A mural is more than just a colourful piece of art painted on a wall. Murals are a great asset to the neighbourhood!
They add beauty to the area
They virtually eliminate the incidence of graffiti on muralled walls
They attract visitors to the area eg. mural tours
They instill a sense of community pride
They educate the public about the subject matter
They liven up blank walls on the exterior of businesses
The murals in the West End focus on the area's assets - the rich ethnic and cultural diversity of its residents and businesses. BIZ-sponsored murals fall into two distinct categories:
Heritage and Culture
Famous People and Local Heroes
Additional murals are being added to the outdoor gallery under four new themes: Culture, Community, Commerce and Cuisine.
Since its inception, the Mural Program has expanded to include guided mural tours, mural mentorship painted pieces, hanging window murals through "A Walk of Art" and painted newspaper boxes through "Outside the Box."
