City of Peterborough Announces 2026 Public Art Jury Members

Five community members have been appointed to serve on the City of Peterborough’s 2026 Public Art Jury, announced on Thursday.  

Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

These appointments were made following a competitive Call to Jurors as the City received 46 submissions across the country. 

According to the City, the Public Art Jury plays a vital role in shaping Peterborough’s public realm by reviewing artist proposals and making recommendations for public art commissions, acquisitions and donations. The selected jurors bring a diverse range of artistic practices, academic expertise and lived experiences that reflect the depth and breadth of Peterborough’s creative community. 

Jury members will serve a one-year term and will review up to six public art projects throughout 2026.

The establishment of the Public Art Jury is part of the City’s broader efforts to strengthen its public art program and aligns with the development of Peterborough’s new Municipal Cultural Plan. 

The following are the 2026 Public Art Jury Members:

Bronwyn Cronin

Bronwyn Cronin is a mixed media artist and emerging arts professional who studied at Fleming College’s Haliburton School of Art + Design and recently completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts at NSCAD University. Her work is grounded in contemporary art discourse, critical analysis, and curatorial practice. Bronwyn is passionate about accessible arts and education and brings a thoughtful, community-focused perspective to public art evaluation. 

Said “Sahira” Jiddawy

Said “Sahira” Jiddawy is a graphic designer specializing in scalable brand identity systems and a multidisciplinary performance artist dedicated to community building. Born in Zanzibar and raised in Toronto, their ADHD-informed practice combines movement, music, and political storytelling to challenge systems and celebrate transformation. A 2025 Black August Arts Residency artist and Peterborough Artsweek presenter, Sahira brings a strong equity-focused and contemporary lens to the jury. 

Bonnie Kubica

Bonnie Kubica is a Peterborough-based chef, caterer, and artist with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Ottawa and a recipient of a Canada Council Explorations Grant. With experience in sculpture, mixed media, and photography, Bonnie brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective informed by her deep engagement with art, travel, and cultural experiences. She is passionate about the role of public art in enhancing community life. 

Timothy Laurin

Timothy Laurin is a Métis, Two-Spirit artist who graduated from Sheridan College School of Design and holds a graduate degree from York University. With over thirty years of professional practice and two decades of teaching experience across Ontario, Tim works across printmaking, sculpture, metalsmithing, clay, and glass. His work has been exhibited internationally and is held in major collections including the Royal Ontario Museum and the Corning Museum of Glass. 

Azadeh Monzavi

Azadeh Monzavi is a researcher, artist, and sessional lecturer, and a Ph.D. Candidate (ABD) in Communication and Culture at Toronto Metropolitan University. With a background in art history, her work explores memory, identity, textiles, and materiality through a feminist and intersectional lens. Her artwork Namesake (2022) is part of the Canada Council Art Bank collection, and she has completed a residency with the Textile Museum of Canada.

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