LINC Youth Centre & Indoor Skatepark Get A New Look

The exterior of the LINC Youth Centre and the Indoor Skatepark have received a colourful new look, celebrating inclusion and youth culture in Courtenay.

Local illustrator and muralist Emily Thiessen, and five local youth artists - Nico, Emma, Saumya, Olivia and Aurora – created the three-wall artwork.

The mural also celebrates reflecting the spirit of The LINC as a welcoming space for all.

Since January, the youth artists have been engaged in every step of the project, from consulting with their peers on the question, “What does The LINC mean to you?”, to developing concepts and bringing them to life on the building’s façade.

“This project has created something beautiful for The LINC, but it’s also built skills, confidence and a sense of ownership for the youth involved,” said Courtenay Mayor Bob Wells at the official unveiling on July 31.

“It reflects the diversity of Courtenay’s youth and shines a spotlight on The LINC as an inclusive space where youth can connect, create and belong.”

The mural supports the City of Courtenay’s new Strategic Cultural Plan, Goal 2 - building community resilience through arts and culture.

The mural is now a permanent feature of The LINC Youth Centre, at 300 Old Island Highway.

To learn more, visit City of Courtenay.