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ONTARIO CONTACT
Tour Ontario - Apply to Showcase!
The Ontario Contact Showcase application deadline is fast approaching. Performing artists are invited to apply at iwanttoshowcase.ca. If you have started your application you need to complete it by April 15th. If you have not yet begun, you still have time. Remember, you have to hit the finish button to fully submit the finished application.
If you are an artist or arts organization wishing to tour throughout Ontario, this is your most efficient path. Successful applicants will have 18 minutes to demonstrate their show to presenters interested in bringing artists into their communities. Attending Ontario Contact gives you an opportunity to better understand the touring sector and to meet those who commit to providing their communities with the best performances capable of touring.
If you have any questions you may contact Event Manager Cheryl Ewing directly at cheryl@ontariopresents.ca
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ONtour
ONtour - April 2016
This month, over 35 performing arts shows booked on behalf of 14 members of Ontario Presents are scheduled across the Province. The tours cross many disciplines of the performing arts including comedy, young audience, theatre and music. Welcome to Ontario! Meet the artists and check their tour dates
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Webinar Series
Join us on Wednesdays at 1 pm EST / 2 pm ADT for FREE webinars for arts presenting! Based on the last year's success of Volunteer Engagement series with Donna Lockhart, we are thrilled to have her back to provide you with further training on volunteer engagement and help you develop successful strategies. The webinars are free and open to all. Please share throughout your networks!
Engaging Youth as Volunteers
April 20, 2016 - This introductory webinar has been designed for organizations not currently engaging youth or who might be having challenges with youth. Participants will learn about “new strategies for engaging youth†and how to adapt general volunteer roles to be more appealing. Learn more and sign up
Volunteer Burnout: Symptoms, Signs and Solutions
April 27, 2016 - As volunteer recruitment gets more challenging and the work of the organization gets bigger and more complex, the stage is set for volunteer burnout. The session will explore some practical tips, ideas and suggestions to prevent burnout. Learn more and sign up
Strategic Planning for Small Organizations
We are ending our webinar season for this year with two webinars on Strategic Planning. Presented in May as a two-part introductory session, these webinars are for for small organizations who have not done strategic planning and will make you more comfortable about the importance of planning; provide a step-by-step approach you can implement. By the end of these sessions, you will have the confidence to facilitate planning in your organization. To learn more and to register click here
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 5 ways to make social media work for your arts organization
Blog post by Alyssa Lai,
Marketing and Communications Manager, Hamilton Children’s Choir
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NETWORK NEWS
Memorial for Sharon Davidson
 Sharon Davidson, who was involved with the Perth Performing Arts Committee (PPAC) for over two decades, passed away on March 23th. During her tenure, she has been behind the development and success of the PPAC, and was also a member of the board of Ontario Presents. In 2014, Sharon received the Award of Excellence from Ontario Contact for her significant impact on the touring and presenting sector. She was a voice of quiet reason, a deep listener, and a good friend. We all miss her dearly and extend our deepest condolences to her daughters and their families. A memorial service to celebrate Sharon’s life is set for 2 p.m. Sunday April 24th at Code’s Mill in Perth. More details
Spring Retreat 2016
The Spring is here and our planning for this year's Retreat is in full swing!
This year, our annual members retreat will be hosted by Cheryl Ward and Lynn Middaugh, and will take place June 21 - 23 at the Charles W Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts, Parry Sound, Ontario. We look forward to bringing everyone together again to renew friendships, refresh energies, and build a positive future for Ontario arts presenting. More information and registration details to follow.
Arts Marketing, Development & Ticketing Conference
Constituents of Ontario Presents are entitled to a $130 registration discount to the Canadian Arts Marketing, Development and Ticketing Conference. Building on the success of last year’s event, the overall theme for this conference is â€Your Revenue is on the Rise!â€. Presented by Arts Reach in Toronto, the conference will take place from Tuesday, June 14 to Wednesday, June 15, 2016. The Early Bird deadline to get lowest price and 3-for-1 price is extended until April 15th. Read more
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 4 tools to measure the effectiveness of your season brochure
Latest blog post by Julie Fossitt, Marketing Manager, Cultural Services, City of Kingston
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INDUSTRY NEWS
The 2016 Budget Insights
We are delighted by the support for Arts & Culture in the 2016 Federal Budget. CAPACOA prepared a summary of the most important announcements along with insights for the touring and presenting sector – there’s money in the budget for you. Read more
SPARC Symposium
SPARC is now accepting submissions for session presentations at the SPARC Symposium for Performing Arts in Rural Communities, October 27 to 30th 2016 in Haliburton Highlands. To make the event accessible to those in need, the SPARC Organizing Committee has set up special scholarship fund that would cover registration fees, travel and accommodation. Mark your calendars, submit presentation and see if you are qualified for the scholarship!
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Job Board
Do you have a job opportunity? Submit a job to be posted on the Ontario Presents' Job Board.
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