Introducing the Robert Bateman Centre for art and 
environmental
education at Royal Roads University - a catalyst for global
sustainability and a centre for dialogue and discovery.
This will be a place where insights into the life and philosophies of
this internationally revered artist and naturalist can be explored
through his paintings, sketchbooks, personal journals, photographs,
films and private collectibles – the world’s most comprehensive Robert
Bateman collection. The Centre will educate and inspire all ages from
all walks of life.
The Centre will be a catalyst for dialogue, research, education,
outreach and involvement, action and stewardship through a range of
life-long learning programming; a place where art and science merge,
where cultures overlap, and where relationships between the university
and community leaders are forged.
The Centre will embrace people from
all walks of life from around the world, in real and virtual
classrooms. It will lead in sustainable community development by
deliberately bringing the best, diverse minds to the table in
democratic dialogues around critical public policy issues. Its
programming will also explore the design and redesign of the built
environment by equally taking into consideration stewardship of place
and the sustainability of the natural environment.
Building the Robert Bateman Centre for art and environmental education
will act as a monumental step forward in our collective journey
towards establishing a healthier and more sustainable future.
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