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SaskCulture launches new fund to support access to grants | |
The new Accessibility Fund will provide support to organizations led by individuals who experience barriers and would benefit from support in applying for grant programs.
The Accessibility Fund can cover the direct costs of hiring someone to help with creating an account, completing and submitting an application, or follow-up report on the online grant platform. It is available on an ongoing basis for all grant programs operated by SaskCulture. Read more
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Join SaskCulture Board: Participate in cultural leadership | |
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SaskCulture is seeking talented, dynamic, conscientious and energetic individuals interested in volunteering to assist in the cultural development of Saskatchewan.
The positions open for election at the 2025 Annual General Meeting include demonstrated knowledge of cultural industries, heritage, Métis ancestry and a demonstrated knowledge of Métis culture, and Membership at Large.
For more information and to fill out an application form, visit the SaskCulture website. Read more
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New changes to MIF-Project Funding | |
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The Multicultural Initiatives Fund (MIF) – Project now offers two funding levels. Starting with the upcoming funding round, applicants can apply for either the Small Projects category (up to $5,000) or the Major Projects category (up to $15,000). Each category has separate streams, with the Small Projects focusing on Cultural Continuity and Celebration of Diversity streams, and the Major Projects, on Anti-Racism, Intercultural Connections and Truth and Reconciliation.
MIF-P aims to support cultural projects that advance ethnocultural, multicultural, First Nations, Métis, intercultural or cross-cultural activities in Saskatchewan. The grant opens next week. Stay tuned for updates on our website and social media. Read more
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Employment in the arts improves after 2021 low point | In a recent summary of a Statistics Canada study, the Saskatchewan Arts Alliance highlights that in 2021, employment in the performing arts industries dropped to 57% of pre-pandemic levels. Although there has been improvement, employment in 2023 remains at 80% of pre-pandemic levels. The study also points to gender disparities, with non-profits having a higher proportion of female employees, a trend that continues to grow, while for-profit sectors show the opposite. Read more | Saskatoon a growing hub for artists in the province | Saskatoon represents an increasing proportion of artists in Saskatchewan. A recent Hill Strategies analysis found a 35% increase in artists in the Saskatoon Census Metropolitan Area between 1991 and 2021, higher than the provincial increase of 8%. While this increase is lower than the City's overall labour force (49%) and national artist growth (75%), Saskatoon has consistently seen a rise in artists since 2001, while the province has experienced only moderate changes. Read more | Creative Saskatchewan calls for industry professionals to join Board of Directors | Creative Saskatchewan is looking for dedicated and experienced individuals to help shape the future of Saskatchewan’s creative exports landscape as part of its Board. Those interested in joining are encouraged to submit a nomination on the Creative Saskatchewan website. Read more | New award to recognize early career librarians | The Saskatchewan Library Association recently announced the new Early Career Librarian Award. This annual recognition of merit will recognize those who have contributed to the library profession during the first five years of their career. Nominations are now open and close on March 1. Read more | | |
Change management for non-profits: How to prepare? | |
In the fast-changing world of non-profits, it is important for staff to have the tools and resources to fulfill their missions while addressing challenges. Here are some resources to share with your organization to help you prepare for unforeseen changes, and to know what to do when it's time to adapt. | |
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Preparing for change
Managing change
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Looking for more? Check out SaskCulture's Organizational Resources. | |
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Fundraising Basics for Small Nonprofits: How to Make Your Grant Search More Effective (Charity Village)
For staff and volunteers who are new to fundraising, finding grants to fund your initiatives can be challenging, particularly for small organizations lacking a grant writer. This webinar is designed to guide organizations unfamiliar with the grant application process. This session will explore strategies that will help you find grant programs that will maximize your grant writing success.
When: January 23, 2025
Where: Online *Register online
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Digital foundations for artists (CARFAC SASK)
Aimed at artists wanting to promote work online, Digital Foundations for Artists focuses on building blocks that will benefit artists long-term as they prepare to share their artistic practice with online audiences.
When: January 25, 2025
Where: Online *Register online
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B/A Speaker Series – The Creative Collaboration Initiative (Business/Arts)
Join Business/Arts for this webinar to learn about the newly announced Creative Collaboration Initiative, a three-year initiative focused on community building, shared capacity, and creative cross-pollination. In this session, speakers will explore the practical details of the collaboration and share how it is redefining community impact in the arts.
When: January 29, 2025
Where: Online *Register online
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Key Financial Metrics Every Nonprofit Should Track for Long-Term Success (Charity Village)
Join this free webinar to learn how to take control of your nonprofit’s finances with the key metrics every leader should know. From the Operating Reserve Ratio to the Fundraising Efficiency metric, you’ll learn how these critical insights can help your organization remain resilient in times of uncertainty.
When: January 30, 2025
Where: Online *Register online
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The Volunteer Management Lifecycle: Refresh or Reboot? (Charity Village)
This webinar will introduce you to the volunteer management cycle, a best practice model for the lifecycle of volunteer engagement. Participants will look at the cycle in a way that reflects the necessary shifts in the volunteer management lifecycle, and discuss how they can either refresh or reboot programs.
When: February 6, 2025
Where: Online *Register online
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JOBS & OPPORTUNITIES GALLERY | |
Podcast builds awareness around disability culture
By: Ana Cristina Camacho
Wanting to create a sense of belonging and community that transcends barriers, Natasha Urkow and Maria Doyle launched the successful Mixed Crips podcast, now in its second season.
According to the founders, the podcast’s mission is to show people living with disabilities that there are others like them out there —brought together by disability culture. In each episode, artists Urkow and Doyle discuss their experiences with art, relationships, employment and more, through the lens of disability, often bringing in guests from Saskatchewan and beyond to the conversations. 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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