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ONTARIO CONTACT
Conference update
Planning for Ontario Contact 2015 in London is well underway. The theme for this year's conference is Transforming Community. Now is the time to start thinking of those individuals; artists, presenters, and agents/managers whom have contributed significantly to Ontario’s Touring and Presenting Field. To nominate someone you know is deserving of recognition, please click here.
Conference registration will open early summer. Hotel reservations may be made now. A pre-conference day to explore London's East End arts renaissance will be held on Wednesday November 4th. Be sure to mark this day in your calendar as well.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
RFP - Webinar Series
Ontario Presents and APA will once again partner to host a "Webinar Series for Arts Presenters" starting in the fall of 2015. This time we will be offering two streams of sessions, an introductory level stream and a stream for those looking for a more advanced discussion on the topic. We are currently looking for facilitators on topics including Marketing & Communications; Financial Management; Leadership and Governance; Facility Management; Programming; Community Engagement and Festivals. Please share this Request for Proposals with colleagues as well as other arts professionals whom you feel will be great fit as facilitators. Read more
MEMBER NEWS
Congratulations to Award Recipients!
On behalf of the entire network, Ontario Presents congratulates our long time members, Debbie Slade and Cameron Smillie, on their latest achievements! Deb was presented the Making a Difference Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award. Cameron won the BC Touring Council 2015 Award for Agent / Manager of the Year. Well deserved!
Annual Spring Retreat
 Thanks to all the members who came to Brockville for Ontario Presents' 2015 Spring Retreat! Over thirty arts professionals from across Ontario joined their colleagues to learn and grow together. Special thanks to Peter Dunn and his team at the Brockville Arts Centre for for a wonderfully hosted event. Read more
Mark in your calendars!
This year our annual fall Blue Sky Day will take place on Wednesday, October 7th. The Richmond Hill Performing Arts Centre, will be our host location. Hold the date!
Free CHRC Membership
Ontario Presents has recently renewed its membership with the Cultural Human Resources Council (CHRC). As a member of Ontario Presents, you have the opportunity to become a CHRC affiliate member for free and get 25% discount on their products, new releases and job postings. For more information and how to join, click here
INDUSTRY NEWS
Pacific Contact - Showcase
Showcase applications for 2016 Pacific Contact, April 1-3, are available online. Deadline is June 26th.
New Funding Model
The Canada Council for the Arts has announced new funding model to reduce the number of programs from 147 to 6 national non-disciplinary programs. B ased on consultations with artists and arts organizations across the country, the new model with fewer more meaningful programs and simpler application process, will address emerging trends and issues facing the arts sector. Learn more
Culture Days Webinar
Ontario Culture Days is hosting a free French webinar on June 25 at noon for Francophone independent artists, volunteer-run groups, professional organizations or anyone who wants to find out more about participating in Culture Days 2015. Register here for the webinar. View a range of tools and tips about participating in Culture Days.
Business for the Arts Awards
June 25 is the nomination deadline for Corporate Champion of the Arts Award and Community Impact Award. Read more
Job Board
Do you have a job opportunity? Submit a job to be posted on the Ontario Presents' Job Board.
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