AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoArts & Culture: The Department of Culture and the Bermuda Arts Council have named the first 2026 grant recipients, with awards supporting everything from community murals to multimedia exhibitions and education-focused projects. Community Giving: Convex End-to-End’s annual awards ceremony handed out $297,500 in grants to Bermuda charities, including new community impact grants for smaller organisations. Tourism & Local Experiences: BUEI has launched the Discover Hamilton Tour, pairing its Ocean Discovery Centre with an e-bike ride around Hamilton through Sept. 30. Education Debate: Opposition Leader Ben Smith criticises the push for an “Education Authority,” arguing it must be truly independent and protected from political control. Local Pride & Inclusion: Fortitude Re donated $20,000 to OUTBermuda, backing education and advocacy alongside its Rainbow sponsorship of Bermuda Pride. Sports & Events: Family Centre and Clarien Bank invite the public to Cup Match Tag Day on July 29 to fund mental health counselling and youth programmes. Business & Careers: Appleby welcomed summer interns across Bermuda and Appleby Global Services, while EY announced leadership changes in the region. Fashion & Lifestyle: Long shorts keep trending, with fresh styling ideas circulating from couture street style to “jorts” looks for summer heat.
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