The Creatives
Christine Gosselin
artist-Instructor
Christine’s career began in childcare, working with preschool-aged children.
She later taught the four arts (visual arts, dance, music, and drama) before becoming an Arts Pedagogical Consultant for primary and secondary levels at the Val-des-Cerfs School Board, where she served for 35 years. Her expertise is exceptional, bridging the worlds of artists and artisans with the needs of students across all levels, particularly within Waterloo’s schools.
She is dedicated to fostering projects that provide children with access to arts, culture, and heritage—elements she considers fundamental to individual development, well-being, and health.
She also aims to promote intergenerational initiatives.
Christine currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Société d’histoire de la Haute-Yamaska.
Andrea Ivan
artist-Instructor
Andrea Ivan brings over 30 years of teaching experience to her role.
From a young age, she cultivated a deep love for the arts, exploring literature, visual arts, textiles, and jewelry making. She holds university degrees in literature, cinema, and education. Curious, engaged, and globally minded, she firmly believes in the power of arts and education as catalysts for social change. For Andrea, creativity is an essential driver for reflection and self-expression, contributing to a more compassionate, inclusive world that is sensitive to diverse backgrounds and cultures.
With a solid background in fine crafts, Caroline Lanctôt-Benoit is a graduate of the École de Joaillerie de Montréal.
Her experience as a teacher and facilitator is as impressive as her participation in numerous fairs, exhibitions, and artistic events.
Her exceptional career has been marked by various grants, awards, and distinctions. She firmly believes that “creation gives the mind its full freedom.” For Caroline, individuals—and youth in particular—are multifaceted; sharing her passions and igniting a creative spark in children, teenagers, and adults alike is a true calling for her.