ECU 100

For a century, Emily Carr University of Art + Design has been a place where creativity sparks change. Founded in 1925, we began as a small art school with a bold vision: that art and design could shape society, influence culture and imagine new ways of living. That vision has guided us ever since. From the first painters and sculptors to today’s filmmakers, animators, designers and media artists, generations of students have come here to experiment, take risks and create work that matters. Our alumni have transformed industries, launched movements and brought fresh ideas to communities across British Columbia, Canada and the world. Their stories remind us that creativity is not just about expression – it is about impact. As we celebrate 100 years, we honour this legacy of boldness and curiosity. But anniversaries are not only about looking back. They are also about asking what comes next. At Emily Carr University, the next 100 years begin now. With practice-based learning, research and collaboration at our core, we continue to prepare artists, designers and creative thinkers to face the challenges of our time – and to imagine the futures we cannot yet see. Because art and design don’t just reflect the world. They shape it. And for 100 years, that’s exactly what we’ve been doing.

100 Years in the Making | The following exhibitions and programmes have been organized in support of ECU 100, Emily Carr University of Art + Design’s centennial anniversary.