Your Snapshot of Saskatchewan's Cultural News, Events, Jobs and Opportunities | | |
The Small Grant Accessibility Program is still open for applications! Apply by Dec. 2. | SaskCulture's offices will be closed on Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day. Regular office hours will be observed on Nov. 12 | If you have program ideas you want to discuss, SaskCulture’s team of consultants is happy to help you find the appropriate grant options! |
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Register now: Upcoming Lifecycles webinar | |
On November 27, join Catherine Gryba, CEO, CRG Strategies, for this lunch and learn on board governance.
This session will provide clear insights into the distinct roles of the board and management in setting and driving strategy, and ensuring that governance remains focused and effective. Perfect for board members and executives committed to strong, impactful governance! Registration is open until November 26. Open to all at no cost. Read more
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More inner-city youth to participate in meaningful cultural programs | |
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Thanks to the Creative Kids Dream Broker program grant, about 512 inner-city kids — a 123% increase from last year's 230 — will explore cultural activities such as beading, ribbon skirt making, dance, and cultural cooking. This year, the program funded 18 applications, up from 11 in 2023.
Working in 18 community and inner-city schools across the province, 11 Dream Brokers provide cultural, sport, and recreation activities beyond the school curriculum funded by Sask Lotteries. Read about a Dream Broker project here.
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New Request for Proposals added | |
New page for SaskCulture Funding Program Renewal Project | |
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The SaskCulture Funding Program Renewal Project webpage has a new look and more information for those wanting to learn more about the project or provide feedback.
As part of the Funding Program Renewal Project, SaskCulture is currently working through phases to review its funding programs to ensure they are designed to meet the changing needs of Saskatchewan people. By visiting the website, people can learn more about each phase, news and milestones. Community members can also share their thoughts on funding for cultural activities in Saskatchewan, and contact Tara-Leigh Heslip to provide feedback on the project. Read more
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The Honourable Murray Sinclair
On November 4, the country mourned the passing of the Honorable Murray Sinclair (Mizhana Gheezhik - The One Who Speaks of Pictures in the Sky). A member of the Peguis First Nation, a former senator and the first Indigenous judge in Manitoba, Sinclair’s work as the chair of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission will forever be recognized for laying the foundation for meaningful change. This work has helped guide SaskCulture in our commitment to advancing Truth and Reconciliation. Read more
Elder Gilbert Kewistep
It is with sadness that we say farewell to Elder, Knowledge Keeper, and Residential School Survivor Gilbert Kewistep. A member of Yellow Quill First Nation, Kewistep was instrumental in sharing the culture and history of Indigenous peoples with many different communities, organization and students around the province. He gave back to his community through involvement in many different organization, as well as being a member of the Saskatoon Survivors’ Circle, Reconciliation Saskatoon and involved in the Wîcihitowin Indigenous Engagement conferences over the years. Read more
| Visual arts revenues a notable contributor to GDP | In Canada, total revenues in visual arts, including crafts and photography, were $14 billion dollars in 2023. According to Hill Strategies reporting, the $14 billion dollars in revenues in the visual arts in 2023 is a 61% increase from $8.6 billion in 2012. The direct impact of the visual arts on GDP was $4.4 billion in 2023, a 40% increase from 2012 ($3.2 billion). Also worth noting, there were 47,200 full-time and part-time job in visual arts in 2023, compared to 46,600 job in 2012 (a 1% increase). Read more | | |
Why community consultations matter | |
Consultations are a vital part of any organization's strategic planning. Engaging staff and stakeholders in the process meaningfully will not only inform your decision-making, but also help build trust from the get-go. Here are some tips to get you thinking about how to carry out your next community consultations. | |
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- Act on what you hear
- The process does not end when the consultations are over. Make sure to build on the relationships and understanding you built during this process! Share the results of your planning with all the community members that were part of the process, celebrate successes, and be open to feedback.
- Read Success Story: By us for us: Innovation towards equity in arts funding, Engage Magazine
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Did you know that SaskCulture's Community Cultural Engagement and Planning Grant (CCEP) offers funding for community engagement and/or consultation initiatives related to culture in a community? Learn more: | Looking for more? Check out SaskCulture's Organizational Resources. | |
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Preparing Your Nonprofit’s Finances for 2025: A Roadmap to Success (Charity Village)
Designed for non-profit executives, this webinar provides actionable insights and tools to ensure financial success in the year ahead. Non-profit leaders will learn how to increase unrestricted revenue, manage flow-through agreements, conduct a proactive cost review, and strengthen funder relationships with transparent, data-driven reports.
When: November 7, 2024
Where: Online *Register online
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ARTS: Donor Trends & Motivations (Business/Arts)
This webinar will present the latest findings from the Arts Response Tracking Survey (ARTS), focusing on audience behaviours, donation trends and projected giving within the arts sector, to examine how donation trends in the arts have evolved this year, motivations for giving, and how these trends compare to broader charitable giving patterns.
When: November 12, 2024
Where: Online *Register online
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Managing Challenging Situations & Conflict (Parkland Valley Sport, Culture & Recreation District)
Conflict can create trust issues and destroy a board's ability to communicate effectively, function and make sound decisions. In this webinar, participants will learn how to solve bullying and difficult board behaviour, tools and resources to help address and resolve issues, strategies to deal with conflict before it gets out of hand, what conflict looks like, and more.
When: November 12, 2024
Where: Online *Register online
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Secrets to Government Grant Success for Nonprofits (Keela)
This webinar will provide attendees with important tips and a comprehensive guide to federal government funding: how to find it, how to build your organization’s reputation with government, and how to prepare successful applications for funding.
When: November 13, 2024
Where: Online *Register online
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JOBS & OPPORTUNITIES GALLERY | |
Festival site inspires teachings about the land
By: Jackie Ledingham
Due to the Ness Creek Music Festival’s Boreal Forest location, and the ecological mindset of its founders, a large part of the festival experience has always been about what you can learn from the land.
Since the Festival started in 1991, organizers have made sure that those who attend can not only listen to music and have opportunities to participate in artistic activities, but have experiences that connect them to the land. 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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