In 2010, 35.7% of Canadians aged 15 or older visited public art galleries or museums, total 10.0 million visitors.

Art gallery visitors exhibit significant associations with positive social indicators: More likely to report excellent mental health (67% vs. 58%) More likely to volunteer (50% vs. 31%) Less likely to feel trapped in routine (30% vs. 37%) More likely to help neighbours (69% vs. 63%)

These differences are statistically significant, while art gallery visitors show similar levels of stress (37% vs. 38%) compared to non-visitors.