Connextions 2024 Traffic Signal Cabinet Box Wrap by artist Lily Rickels

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"Strawberry Harvest" by artist Lily Rickels celebrates Oakville’s rich heritage of strawberry growing and basket making, dating back to the mid-1800s. The artwork, with its bold colour palette, symbolizes abundance and togetherness, reflecting the connection to the land shared across generations. Inspired by quilting motifs, the design was created to evoke a sense of community and cherished moments, like the artist's personal memories of making jam with her mother. The piece is a vibrant tribute to Oakville’s past and its enduring bonds.

Building on the success of previous years, the Town of Oakville has once again invited a fresh cohort of talented artists to bring colour and creativity to the streets by showcasing their artwork on traffic signal cabinet boxes. This year, seven boxes across Oakville will feature striking designs, each offering a unique artistic interpretation of the community’s essence. Through this initiative, Oakville continues to foster public art that reflects its vibrant culture and encourages local pride.

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Town of Oakville

The Town of Oakville is located on Treaty 14 and 22 lands, the territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, and traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee. Oakville is home to many different First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. A vibrant and impressive community within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the Town of Oakville is a beautiful lakeside town with a strong heritage, preserved and celebrated by residents and visitors alike. Since the 1800s, it has become one of the most coveted areas to live and work in Ontario, with 225,000 residents calling Oakville home. The town offers all the advantages of a well-serviced urban centre with first-rate facilities and amenities while maintaining its small-town feel.