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A one-day professional development symposium for festival & event organizers, staff, board members, and volunteers. The day will include a keynote speaker, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities. This will be a unique opportunity for attendees to gain insights from successful organizers and to meet key members of the festival & events community.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Sector News - October 2018
Mass Culture Gatherings
Mass Culture has received funding to develop and support a series of gatherings across Canada. These gatherings are supported by the generosity of the Toronto Arts Council through their Open Door program. Eleven conversations are currently in planning across the country, gathering artists, cultural workers, policy-makers, academics… to consider the gaps and needs in Canadian research and policy on topics ranging from cities as creative hubs, affordable housing for artists and professional development to well-being and creativity, social ROI and the impact of community arts. Read More
Moving forward - Towards a Stronger Canadian Museum Sector
A House of Commons committee put forth recommendations to Canada's federal government. Read More
Ontario Tourism Summit 2018
Gather with industry colleagues and tourism leaders for two days at Caesars Windsor to network, gain new insights, explore trending topics and celebrate excellence at the Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence Gala. Read More
The Ottawa Art Gallery has launched the publication and program Contemporary Indigenous Arts in the Classroom
The publication and program “aims to provide elementary and high school–level teachers with curriculum-linked lesson plans designed by contemporary Indigenous artists,” says a release. Read More
Take the Survey: Impact of Bill 148 on Ontario Business
Please take TIAO short (10 questions) survey on how amendments to Ontario's employment standards, labour relations and occupational health and safety legislation (collectively called Bill 148) has impacted your business since January 1, 2018.
Ontario’s new rules - Cannabis legalization on Oct 17, 2018
Read up on rules for the workplace and where it can be used here.
Vancouver painter Tyler Toews on his art career and living with schizophrenia
Living with and accepting his mental illness has helped this artist find creative fulfilment. Read More
Theatre Ontario Introduces Emergence 2.0
Two part event that features advocating for yourself and coffee date mentorship sessions. Read More
Member News - October 2018
Aurora Cultural Centre Receives Multi-Year Committment from RBC Foundation Emerging Artist Project
The RBC Foundation donation allows the Centre to offer all practitioners in the Emerging Artist Series a professional fee related to their craft , educational opportunities, professional production support and marketing. Learn More
Georgina Arts Centre & Gallery Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Georgina Arts Centre &Gallery takes place on Monday, October 15 at 7pm. Learn More
King Heritage and Cultural Centre Presents Arthur Currie Exhibit
October 8th - November 12th The Life and Legacy of Sir Arthur Currie Read More Here
Richmond Hill Artist in Residence - Bookaleidoscope by Aimie Botelho
Blacksmith and artist Aimie Botelho has constructed an outdoor kaleidoscope that provides an opportunity to see the world in different colours and patterns. Enjoy a shared family experience where children and adults can view the world around them with a new perspective. Learn more about the Artist in Residence Program
Pub Portraits
An open invitation to join with other adventurous artists for an evening of free range drawing at The Schomberg Pub. Take turns posing for portraits. Or draw random still life objects spirited in by your new art besties. Don't forget your sketch book and maybe another to share. You never know who will get drawn in. RSVP Janet at 905-713-2417 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Made in Canada Exhibit
The exhibit will be available to be seen at the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre now through Dec 8th during regular hours of operation. Let the artifacts in this exhibit – both from the Museum and loaned from local residents – share their military stories with you. Learn More
2018 Art & Studio Tour
The 16th Annual Richmond Hill Art & Studio Tour continues to showcase some of the most impressive art in Canada! October 13th and October 14th. Learn More
An Evening with Lucy Maud Montgomery
This is being offered at the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre on Saturday, November 10th. Dr. Laura Robinson will be on-site exploring Lucy Maud Montgomery’s reflections on WW1. You will enjoy a curated menu consisting of recipes from Montgomery’s own kitchen & from her beloved novels. Cocktails: 6:15 p.m. Dinner: 7 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase by calling the Museum. Learn More
