History of SCACS and the Parkside Gallery

The South Cariboo Arts and Culture Society (SCACS) came into existence in 2000, when local citizens approached 100 Mile District Council with a proposal to use the vacating public health unit as an arts centre. District Council reacted favourably and Parkside Art Gallery was born.

According to our constitution, the purpose of the Society is: to increase and broaden opportunities for residents of (and visitors to) the South Cariboo, to enjoy and participate in arts and cultural activities by providing a positive atmosphere for cultural growth and enrichment.

In 2005, SCACS was given tax exempt status as a registered charity. Our arts community has continued to enjoy free use of the building due to the generosity of the District of 100 Mile House. Through income raised by commissioned sales of art, membership fees, rental income and donations, the board carries responsibility for daily operating costs. Parkside Art Gallery is run by an elected Board of Directors, who meet monthly, with an AGM held in the Fall.

The gallery is staffed by volunteers, who maintain three hour shifts, enabling the gallery to be open to the public from Tuesday to Saturday every week.  The only paid position is that of the janitor, which is arranged through the Cedar Crest Society, as part of their work program.

Having celebrated our 20th anniversary in 2020, we have endorsed the phrase ‘looking forward to the next 20 years’.