Located in Prince Albert, this project is managed by artist and mentor, Michel Boutin, a practicing artist and arts educator originally from Redvers Saskatchewan. Michel is a mixed-blood Fransaskois whose art explores themes of assimilation and authority. The work employs an iconoclastic, low-brow aesthetic incorporating iconography and traditional art styles reflecting his cultural roots. Michel facilitates the Artists Initiatives to respond to the needs of emerging artists. Many of these artists have encountered obstacles in their art practices and careers, and perceive a lack of access to the mainstream arts facilities or programs because of economic, social and cultural barriers. The project was developed in consultation with other local organizations: the Prince Albert Grand Council, Art Gallery of Prince Albert, City of Prince Albert, and the First Nations University of Canada.