SaskCulture will hold its Annual General Meeting on Friday, June 17, 2022 at 3:00pm on the Zoom virtual webinar platform. All members are welcome to attend and participate in the AGM, but only voting members are eligible to vote. Registration to attend is required by June 14, 2022; click here to register, or contact Nichole at the SaskCulture office at 306-780-9259.

SaskCulture's Annual Report for the year ending March 31, 2022 and detailed audited financial statements will be posted for members to review three weeks in advance of the AGM on SaskCulture's website.

Each position is for a two-year term on the board. Nominations packages and more information about board responsibilities can be found on the SaskCulture website. Nomination deadline is May 15, 2022. Any applications received after this date will be treated as nominations from the floor of the AGM.  

SaskCulture was alerted about an email phishing scheme that is sending emails asking recipients to purchase SaskCulture's Approved List database for $400-500 USD. This is not a legitimate product and these emails should be considered a scam and identified as SPAM. Please let others know if they receive these emails to disregard and block this sender. And be sure to review some of the leading practices you, and your organizations, can take to help stay safe online.

SaskCulture sends out emails confirming funding amounts, but does not sell products to funding recipients. If you have any questions about any email you receive from SaskCulture, please contact our office at 306-780-9284 or info@saskculture.ca.

Charity Village is hosting a webinar on Understanding and Protecting Against Cyber Risk to help organizations learn about cyber risk, preventative actions, and insurance options to help protect organizations from cyber attacks on May 26, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST.

Help support kids who wish to access quality arts activities this summer. TD Bank will match all donations made to the campaign from May 9 - 20, up to $10,000! Donate now!

It's never too early to start planning for Culture Days, taking place September 23 - October 16, 2022. Check out this handy Planning Your Event resource for helpful tips such as finding an appropriate venue and how to promote your events to draw audiences.

Applications are still being accepted for SaskCulture's Culture Days Hub Sponsorship. Contact Shelley Fayant for more information and to request an online application.

Creative Saskatchewan is accepting applications for the Feature Film & Television Production Grant, as of May 2, following an increase to funding for this program through the provincial budget. The deadline is open-ended, and applicants are encouraged to review eligibility information to see what funding is available for their production.

The NVSSN at Luther College is exploring the creation of a micro-credential program for the non-profit and voluntary sector and is looking for feedback on the creation this program and what educational needs exist within the sector.

Valerie Creighton, President and CEO of the Canada Media Fund, and Professor Marie Ann Battiste were among the most recent recipients named to the Order of Canada for 2022. Creighton, who has roots in Saskatchewan's and Canada's arts and entertainment industry, was recognized for her trailblazing work in the industry to enrich television, film and digital media production in Canada for over 35 years. Battiste, a treaty member of Mi'kmaq Nation and professor at the University of Saskatchewan, was recognized for her research and scholarship on Indigenous knowledge and languages.

The Cultural Human Resources Council, with funding through the Student Work Placement Program, is offering a round of funding for Canada's cultural sector to hire post-secondary students with wage subsidies. 50% of the intern's full wage to a maximum of $5,000, or 70% up to a maximum of $7,000 if the student is part of a priority group, is available for organizations as of April 1, 2022.

When: Last Wednesday of Each Month - 11:00am CST

Where: Online

Who: ConnectR

Find more information, and registration details, here.

When: May 19, 2022 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST

Where: Online

Who: Charity Village

Free to attend, but registration is required. Click here to register. Webinar will be recorded and registered users will receive a video link to the recording after the event.

When: May 26, 2022 - 11:00am - 12:00pm CST

Where: Online

Who: Charity Village

Free to attend, but registration is required. Click here to register. Webinar will be recorded and registered users will receive a video link to the recording after the event.

When: May 31, 2022 - 11:00am - 12:00pm CST

Where: Online

Who: Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association

Free to attend for SPRA members, $20 for non-members. Click here to register.

When: June 8, 2022 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm CST

Where: Online

Who: SK Arts

Find more information here; contact cpretzlaw@sk-arts.ca for links to workshop.

When: 2 hour course; complete at your own pace.

Where: Online

Who: STOPS to Violence, Safe Places Swift Current

Free to attend, but registration is required. Click here to register.

When: Seven module course, completed at your own pace.

Where: Online

Who: Tourism Saskatchewan

$30 registration fee, click here to register; contact stec.training@tourismsask.com for more information.

When: 40 minute course; completed at your own pace.

Where: Online

Who: WorkSafe Saskatchewan

Free to attend, but registration is required. Click here to register.

EVENTS & COMMEMORATIVE DAYS

SaskCulture operates and maintains a free Events Calendar for organizations in Saskatchewan to promote their events. Help spread the word about your upcoming events using the calendar today! Events submitted through the events calendar can be highlighted in E-Update, shared through SaskCulture's social media pages, and can help further highlight your next event!

SaskCulture is interested in connecting with you and your members. If you would like a SaskCulture Board Member to attend one of your next member events, in-person or virtually, please let us know. Connections with member groups helps us learn, grow and continue to provide programs and services that meet your needs. Contact Nichole Williams, Executive Assistant, SaskCulture at 306-780-9259 or nwilliams@saskculture.ca to make arrangements.

SaskCulture receives financial assistance from Sask Lotteries.