Artist run galleries and associations can be found on the artists in Canada Directory, which offer contemporary fine art created by local artists. Many disciplines are represented including watercolours, acrylic and oil paintings, photography, prints, mixed media, pottery, sculpture, textiles, wearable art and jewelry. If you are part of a co-operative make sure you are listed, it's free.
An artist run centre in the arts-inclined town of Nelson BC that offers educational programming for the community as well as exhibitions, residencies, art sales, and other cultural events.