Quill Fine Arts

Q uill Fine Arts is a non-profit organization based in the Waterloo Region, committed to fostering artistic and cultural enrichment since 2023. While we champion multidisciplinary exploration, music is at the heart of our programming, serving as a powerful vehicle for creative expression, collaboration, and community connection.

We support aspiring and emerging artists in developing innovative, cross-cultural projects that push artistic boundaries. Founded as a nurturing space for unrestricted creativity, Quill Fine Arts is especially committed to uplifting artists who face barriers to accessing individual funding and professional opportunities.

Through performances, residencies, mentorship programs, and partnerships with established Canadian artists and arts organizations, we offer meaningful pathways for artistic growth and professional development. As a platform for new voices, we empower creators, promote inclusivity, and contribute to the vibrancy and diversity of the local arts scene.

Our Board Of Directors

Ala Zaqal

Ala Zaqal is an experienced businesswoman with a wealth of experience in overseeing production processes and driving organizational success. With a background in production management and strategic planning in multiple Canadian arts organizations, Ala has a proven track record of optimizing operations, reducing costs, and improving efficiency.

Manar Naeem

Manar Naeem is a self-taught oudist with the Canadian Arabic Orchestra and a teacher at the Canadian Arabic Conservatory of Music. She was the first oudist in CBC's "30 Hot Canadian Classical Musicians Under 30" list in 2020 and holds a Master's degree in Quantum Computing from the University of Waterloo.

Hiba ElMiari

Hiba El Miari is an aspiring writer active in the Waterloo art scene, with published poems and short stories, and participation in creative writing workshops. She volunteers extensively with local arts organizations and has over five years of non-profit experience. Hiba holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Wilfrid Laurier University.

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Our Partners

Maple Arts