MANDATE: OPEN SPACE supports experimental artistic practices in all contemporary arts disciplines, acting as a laboratory for engaging art, artists, and communities.

OBJECTIVES: Professional artists are at the core of Open Space’s mandate to
●      Explore the role and status of artists and contemporary art of all media
●      Provide artists with opportunities to develop, present and disseminate work
●      Advance new areas of art production and criticism
●      Engage diverse audiences in contemporary visual, sound, literary, media and performance arts
●      Adhere to professional codes of ethics
●      Pay professional artists’ fees
●      Operate in a fiscally responsible manner to further the Society’s objectives

In 2009, Open Space Arts Society adopted values and operating principles in the following three areas:
1. Open Space encourages artistic excellence and exploration by
●      Supporting investigative, experimental projects in all artistic disciplines
●      Recognizing risk-taking as a component of excellence

2. Open Space invites engagement in the contemporary arts by
●      Participating in local, national and international social and cultural contexts;
●      Offering financially accessible programs
●      Stimulating critical exchange, dialogue and debate
●      Supporting freedom of expression
●      Providing opportunities for creative development
 
3. Open Space practices integrity and professionalism in its activities by
●      Transparent, honest communication
●      Acting with respect and trust in all relationships
●      Advocating for artists and the arts
●      Acknowledging the contributions of volunteers
●      governing with a visible and active board