Latest from April Aliermo
Point of View
Why artists across Canada support taking down statues that represent our nation's ugly past
April Aliermo is one of the 3,000 artists who have signed an open letter in support of intervention. Here, she explains why.
Point of View
How these artists created a sustainable childcare alternative that gave kids confidence and wonder
"The whole city became our playground" — and grew to serve 45 families in the process.
Year in Review
How working with an older mentor taught me I can make art forever
April Aliermo spent the summer working with 70-year-old sound artist Christina Kubisch — and it changed the way she looks at the future.
Point of View
How can artists deal with sexual assault in the wake of #MeToo? This conversation is a good start
April Aliermo asked three support organizations to offer their expertise.
Video
Lido Pimienta is a musical force to reckon with — and she's also a mama and protector
The Polaris Prize winner opens up about internet trolls, life as a mother and her Wayuu heritage.
Video
Who says art camp is just for kids? These women are coming together to create and have a few laughs
CBC Arts correspondent April Aliermo spends an afternoon at Girls' Art League, where printmaking equals solidarity, laughter and a safe space.
Point of View
If we value what art brings to our cities, we must understand that artists are part of an ecosystem
Musician April Aliermo shares her experiences trying to live and make art in Toronto — one of Canada's most expensive cities.
Video
Meet the women and non-binary folks fighting for gender equality in electronic music
Correspondent April Aliermo digs into synthesizers, DJs and how new faces are opening up the conversation.
Video
These badass women are taking over the traditionally male-dominated art of taiko drumming
Correspondent April Aliermo meets Raging Asian Women to try taiko drumming and find out what it means to some powerful women.
Video
Meet A Tribe Called Red's secret weapon: the pow wow dancers electrifying their shows
Angela Miracle Gladue and Matthew Wood talk hip hop, regalia and why pow wow dancing in clubs is important.