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The Small Grant Accessibility Program (SGAP) is now open for a new round of funding! Apply by May 22. |
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Provincial Budget status quo for culture for 2024- 2025 | |
The provincial budget, announced by the Government of Saskatchewan on March 20, 2024, called Classrooms, Care and Communities, had a lot of good news for schools, healthcare and community support, but not much for arts, heritage and culture.
Other than a significant increase to the Community Initiatives Fund with $8.47 million for 2024-2025, from $6.36 million the previous year, the budget numbers for the upcoming year remain much the same.
The Royal Saskatchewan Museum received a small decrease receiving $3.058 million for 2024-25, down from $3,939 million the previous year. All other major arts and cultural agencies remained status quo.
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Request for Proposals: Promotional Design | |
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SaskCulture has opened a Request for Proposals for a graphic designer who can design a graphic that will be used as a t-shirt design and in other promotional items.
With this Request for Proposals, SaskCulture is looking for the creation of a creative design by a Saskatchewan designer that showcases “I Love Culture” and connects to the idea of “Culture Builds Community” and the vibrancy of Saskatchewan’s cultural community.
The deadline for submissions is April 15. For questions regarding this RFP, contact Ana Cristina Camacho.
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SGAP open for applications for grassroots and innovative initiatives | |
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The Small Grant Accessibility Program (SGAP) is open for applications until May 22, 2024. SGAP aims to provide support to grassroots, unique and innovative cultural initiatives that respond to emergent needs or changes in the cultural sector, and create access and pathway for first-time and under-served applicants.
This grant has a maximum grant request of $2,000 and is intended for small-scale initiatives.
Read this article from the 2022 Annual Report to learn about PRIMORG Foundation's first event, funded by SGAP: New funding program supports emerging group.
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Culture Days Hub Sponsorship now open | |
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SaskCulture's Culture Days Hub Sponsorship (CDHS) is now open for applications. The CDHS aims to support communities and/or cultural groups in bringing together two or more community cultural partners to hold activities during Culture Days. Sponsorships of up to $5,000 will be determined by community size, the strength of community partnerships, and the quality and extent of programs/activities offered.
SaskCulture has provided a guide to the CDHS application to help guide applicants through key questions asked in the application. To learn more about this opportunity or request an online application, please contact Busayo Osobade or call (306) 780-9434.
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New government funding support for museum sector | |
The Museum Association of Saskatchewan (MAS) announced that the Government of Saskatchewan is providing new funding support to the museum sector, which has significantly increased the funds available through the MAS granting program.
This has brought some changes to the guidelines of the Museum Improvement Micro Grant for Community Museums (formerly known as the MAS Small Project Grant). Saskatchewan museums also receive Sask Lotteries funding through the SaskCulture Museum Grant Program. Read more
| Survey for emerging creative entrepreneurs | Creative Saskatchewan is gathering information from Saskatchewan's emerging creative entrepreneurs regarding the barriers they are currently facing in pursuing their practice/business as a viable career. The Emerging Entrepreneur Strategy Survey, open now, is intended to further Creative Saskatchewan's understanding of these barriers as well as identify ways in which the organization can best support emerging creative entrepreneurs in navigating them. Read more | SK Proclaims March as Rendez-vous de la Francophonie 2024 | This month, Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs, Laura Ross, proclaimed March as "Rendez-vous de la Francophonie 2024" in Saskatchewan. This annual event, celebrated nationwide, promotes Francophone culture and the French language, coinciding with the International Day of La Francophonie on March 20. This year, Saskatchewan marks the 26th anniversary of Rendez-vous celebrations, with local concerts showcasing Francophone artists, flag-raising ceremonies, winter carnivals and live performances from local French artists, and more. Read more | Tickets on sale for Arts of Celebration | |
Tickets are now on sale for Arts of Celebration, hosted by SK Arts, which will be held on May 27, 2024, at Darke Hall in Regina.
SK Arts launched the new Arts of Celebration event this year to celebrate the vibrancy of the Saskatchewan arts community. The event will highlight local artists as well as various art forms through an evening of connection, engagement, fun and entertainment. Read more
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What does inclusiveness mean to your organization? | |
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Inclusion is a state of being valued, respected and supported. Inclusive organizations are learning-centred; they value the perspectives and contributions of all people, and they incorporate the needs, assets and perspectives of diverse communities into the design and implementation of universal and inclusive programs and services.
With the International Day for the Elimination of Racism and Racial Discrimination coming up on March 21, take some time this week to assess what your organization is doing to improve levels of cultural competency, diversity and inclusiveness. Here are some resources to get you started on this process, and to join events and learning opportunities for the International Day for the Elimination of Racism and Racial Discrimination:
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Looking for more resources? Check out SaskCulture Organizational Resources. | |
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Culture Days 101 Info Session (Culture Days)
Join this webinar to learn more about what Culture Days is all about and how you can get involved in their 15th year celebration. In this presentation and Q&A, you’ll learn about the history of the organization, how it works, and the benefits of participating.
When: March 21, 2024
Where: Online *Register online
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JOBS & OPPORTUNITIES GALLERY | |
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Benefits to involving diverse cultural perspectives in projects
By: Julia Adamson, Friends of the Afforestation Areas
Forming respectful relationships between cultures takes time. It’s a process that requires patience, open communication, and a genuine willingness to understand and learn from one another. Cultural exchange and collaboration aren’t instantaneous; they involve building trust, breaking down stereotypes, and acknowledging historical contexts that shape each perspective. Read more
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SaskCulture's E-Update is a bi-weekly electronic bulletin that includes information on upcoming SaskCulture events, programs and activities, along with other information and events that may be useful to cultural organizations, or individuals, interested in building a culturally vibrant community.
SaskCulture receives financial assistance from Sask Lotteries.
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