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ABOUT US

Our Mission

Our Mission

To provide a positive and inclusive environment that emphasizes social development, leadership, self-discipline, and the pursuit of excellence in the performing arts. 

Our Vision

To make a positive impact in the lives of performers through unwavering commitment to musicianship, artistic development, discipline, responsibility, teamwork, and leadership. 

Our Values

  • Growth: We are never satisfied with the status quo , but we are always proud of what we do and who we are. 

  • Connection: A two-way street and requires courage, trust, and vulnerability. 

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Our History

1963

The all-male Medical Corps of the Prince of Wales Armories was established. Later on we rebranded as the Nothernaries Drum and Bugle Corps.

1967

The organization was sponsored by the Edmonton Eskimos (now Edmonton Elks) Football Club and Canada Dry. The organization was rebranded as the Edmonton Eskimo Wink Strutters.

1969

The organization became a non-profit and established itself as the Edmonton Strutters Drum Corps.

1977

The name changed to the 1st Canadian Regiment, and they lead with a competitive stride.

Late 1980's

Reestablished as the Edmonton Strutters Drum and Bugle Corps.

2012

The organization remerged as Impact Performing Arts.

2019

Reestablished as Northern Empire Performing Arts.

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