Beyond the Stage: Arts as Community Builder

Colleen Smith
Executive Director of PAC

As the Executive Director of the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre (PAC), Colleen Smith is committed to building relationships that shape a vibrant community through the arts. Colleen has an MBA from Schulich School of Business at York University and has a wealth of experience managing and leading respected arts organizations across Canada. Her leadership experience at The Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, Theatre Calgary, Massey Hall, Roy Thomson Hall, and The Factory Theatre enrich the FirstOntario PAC team’s strong foundation in engaging people in exceptional performing arts experiences, cinema, and cultural events.