August 20, 2018
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Kevin Korchinski, Executive Director
306.586.1220 Kevin
Culture Days Bursary
OSAC is again offering a Culture Days Bursary for Arts Councils that are planning an event for September 28-30. The application and further details can be found at www.osac.ca . The deadline has been extended to August 27, 2018.
Welcome, New Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez
OSAC congratulates the Honorable Pablo Rodriguez, in his role as the new Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism. We would like to thank Honorable Mélanie Joly for her work over the past years and wish her luck in her new role as Minister of Tourism, Official Languages, and La Francophonie.
New Login Button
You may notice a new Login button at the top of the OSAC website. You do not have to login to access the website. We have developed a section for performers to login to submit their price list information. We will be launching the Member login section later this summer.
Culture Track Canada Report
After four years of hard work by Business/Arts, with support from the Canadian Arts Summit and arts service organizations such as CAPACOA, the first edition of Culture Track Canada was released. The ground-breaking study looks at how Canadians define and interact with the arts. Based on interviews with more than 6,400 culture-goers from coast-to-coast. The data provides critical insight into audience behaviour that will help arts organizations, businesses and government navigate the Canadian cultural landscape and stay relevant to the evolving cultural consumer.
Serving Liquor at Arts Council Events
On May 28 I sent an email to each Arts Council regarding a letter that was included in the Liability insurance renewal from Henderson Insurance. The insurance underwriters are requiring that anyone who serves alcohol at an event must have servers who have completed the Serving It Right (SIRs) program. It took me about an hour to complete the course and exam and the cost is $10 for organizations who use Special Occasion Permits.
If you did not receive the email, or would like more information, do not hesitate to contact Kevin
This is very important as the insurer could refuse a claim if something happens and the Arts Council and whoever is named on the permit could be liable for settling the claim. Please look into this over the summer prior to the Fall season starting. This would include a Wine and cheese reception at an exhibition opening or having a bar at a concert.
ISC Registration
The office has had some questions regarding being registered with ISC. While not an absolute requirement of being an OSAC member, I would strongly recommend that each OSAC Arts Council spend the time, and a small amount of money to become registered. Many granting organizations now require a non–profit number if you are applying for additional funding, including a bingo licence. It also offers some protection from certain legal issues. You can find more information here including the benefits of registering. If your Arts Council is registered, please send your Non-Profit number to the OSAC office when you are paying your Arts Council Membership – the invoices were sent out this week. Just a post – a note with the number will suffice.
Districts’ Workshops
I would strongly encourage all OSAC members to register for the newsletter from their local Sports Culture and Recreation District. You can find a map and links to the District websites here. That way you will be getting the most up-to-date information. Please remember that some workshops will qualify for support from OSAC if financial support is not available from the District.
Logos Logos Logos
Thank you to the Arts Councils that have updated their websites to have the correct, and most current logos. If you have yet to update your site, please ensure you have all the latest available logos on your site. They can all be found here.
We do understand that website design and upkeep can be challenging for Arts Councils. One idea is to reach out to the local High School or Community College to see if someone in the IT classes may be interested in volunteering to help with your website. Also, if you are a registered charity or non-profit, you may be able to access web design tools through TechSoup Canada at a vastly reduced cost. You can learn more about TechSoup Canada here
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Upcoming Shows:
Season 2018/2019 starts in September!
Tickets available in select communities at
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Skip Taylor, Performing Arts Coordinator 306•586•1253 Skip
2018/2019 Season Begins!
Aug 1 marks the start of our new fiscal year and with it the start of the 2018/2019 Season! Lots of invoices, sub-contracts and press releases have gone out or are going out this month for the Performing Arts Contacts. If any is confusing, please don’t hesitate to give me a call!
Advancing
As we start to get close to the 6-week mark before the first shows of the season you should start to get artist calling to advance their shows. If any surprises show up or request are made for things you don’t think are part of the contract, please let me know.
Ticketpro
I am still waiting for responses from a few arts councils on TicketPro. If your tickets are not yet on sale please let me know what your plans are.
SOCAN
If you are part of the central reporting program and you receive any invoices or communications of any kind from SOCAN please let me know asap.
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Current Exhibitions
A Rightful Place
Jasper Cultural & Historical Centre
Cameron Forbes and Crystal Bueckert: Emma Lake Archive
Route 11 Arts Cooperative, Warman
Cate Francis: Paper Wildlife Conservancy
Chapel Gallery, Battlefords
Chaos, Flow, Meander
Godfrey Dean Art Gallery, Yorkton
Kent Tate and Sharon Olson: Uncommon Landscapes
Allie Griffin Art Gallery, Weyburn
Leah Marie Dorion: Being One with the Earth
John V. Hicks Gallery, Prince Albert Arts Centre
The Darkened Sky
Grand Coteau Heritage and Cultural Centre, Shaunavon
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Zoë Schneider, Visual and Media Arts Coordinator
306•586•1252 Zoë
A Celebration for Jack Sures
Jack Sures (November 20, 1934 – May 12, 2018). Please join Jack’s family and friends in remembering Jack according to his wishes, with a party! On August 27th, 2018, 2pm in The Salon at the Mackenzie Art Gallery. 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Jack Sures Memorial Award in Visual Arts, UofR.
Program Grant Results
The first installments of the grants will be sent the first week of September. For more information please contact zoe@osac.ca
Exhibition Program Reports Due Now!
It’s that time of year again! There are overdue reports from many arts councils. Please be sure to submit yours asap. You can submit your reports online at http://osac.ca/index.php/visual-media-arts/for-art-councils/exhibitionrep
REMINDER
Exhibitions must be shipped by the 26th of the month to ensure that they reach the next venue with enough time to install by the 1st. Please understand that other Arts Councils have programming built around the exhibitions in their communities and late shipments can have a negative effect on programming.
Inspire Program
You may still apply to the Inspire program if you can find an eligible Inspire Coordinator in your community. If you have any questions, please contact Zoë at zoe@osac.ca Visit the LINK for more information!
Important Reminder- Jay’s Trucking
If you require a tailgate at your venue, please call them three days in advance of pick up and ask that a tailgate be used- let them know that we have an agreement and that OSAC pays the extra tailgate fee. If they do not provide a tailgate and it has been requested contact me immediately at zoe@osac.ca Please make sure to use the Bill of Lading that we provide in the Exhibition Kits when shipping exhibitions out from your community. We include the correct number of crates and weights and this prevents us from being over charged. If you did not receive or have lost your Bill of Lading, please contact me and I will email you the correct document.
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Performing Arts in Schools
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Marianne Woods, Performing Arts School Tours Coordinator
and Membership Liaison
306•586•1258 Marianne
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Change in Fall School Tour – Mr. Fish
Due to a family matter, Mr. Fish has had to cancel his school tour. All schools have been contacted who booked Mr. Fish and the majority have agreed to a replacement tour – Aytahn Ross – The Great Balanzo. Thank you for your flexibility. School packages for both The Great Balanzo and Dumpsta Dragons will be sent at the end of August.
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Catherine Tomczak, Operations Coordinator
306•586•1251 Catherine
Showcase 2018 will be held October 12-14 in Regina.
REGISTER HERE
Conference Hotel - Ramada Plaza
1818 Victoria Avenue
Phone: 306.569.1444
Toll Free: 1.800.667.6500
regina@saskramada.com
Website
OSAC BOOKING LINK
Standard One Queen $124 + taxes/night
Standard Two Queens $124 + taxes/night
Conference Booking Deadline September 27, 2018.
Please quote the "Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils (OSAC)" and the block code "CGSCOC" to receive the conference rate.
What’s New at this Year’s Conference?
MacKenzie Art Gallery Tour
A tour of the MacKenzie Art Gallery will be offered on Saturday, October 13 for a minimal cost for each delegate that is interested in attending. Bus transportation will be provided to the gallery and back to the hotel. Please register in advance as the maximum attendance is 50 delegates.
Registration
The registration for Showcase will be held on the main level of the Ramada Plaza just adjacent to the front-desk in the Business Centre. Registration will be open Friday, October 12 10am-5pm. Those registering on Saturday please visit the Showcase Office in the Maple Room on the second floor.
Visual Arts Exhibitions
To provide more viewing opportunity for our delegates we will have a larger exhibit space to take in the visual arts exhibitions throughout the weekend. Please visit the Aspen, Birch and Cedar Rooms at the Ramada Plaza.
For questions regarding Showcase 2018 please contact Catherine or click here.
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Opportunities
Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation
Cultural Gathering
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
9:00am - 4:00pm in Herschel, SK
Are you interested in learning more about some of the different cultural organizations within the province? Would you like more information on the programs and services they provide to communities and volunteer groups like yours? The following Cultural Organizations will be attending our workshop: Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange, SaskCulture, Museums Association of Saskatchewan, Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Program, Saskatchewan History and Folklore Society, and Saskatchewan Arts Board.
The registration is FREE, and lunch is provided. Registration Deadline is September 12, 2018. Find more information here
Theatre Saskatchewan Workshop
Have you ever wanted to learn how to produce a play? Have you ever wanted to try acting? Directing? Stage Managing? How would you like to bring a 10-15-minute script from page to stage at TheatreOne 2018 in Yorkton?
Sign up for our Script Scramble and we will bring you to Yorkton, pair you with other artists from across the province, give you instruction on play production, and the opportunity to perform in front of an audience. Space is limited so sign up soon to guarantee your spot!
Culture Days in Saskatchewan Sept. 28-30
Visit the Culture Days in Saskatchewan webpage at SaskCulture for updates on activity registration, free promotional materials, webinars, and more. You can also receive updates to your inbox by subscribing to the national Culture Days newsletter and provincial Culture Days newsletter.
Figureworks Call for Artists
Figureworks is calling artists to submit for the 9th annual juried Figureworks Prize and award show. Figureworks is an annual juried art prize and celebration of the art of the human form held in Ottawa. The submission deadline is September 30, 2018.
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity Programs
Celebrating its 85th anniversary this year, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity offers 100 programs annually for emerging to established artists, from self-directed and faculty-led residencies to hands-on practicum training and workshop-style programs. Artists can explore programs in Indigenous arts, literary arts, performing arts, and visual arts. As a champion of creativity, Banff Centre also offers Leadership and Indigenous Leadership programming to prepare and empower the next generation of leaders.
Learn more and apply today: banffcentre.ca/programs
Upcoming Leadership Intensives:
Foundations of Purpose:
Program Dates: September 23 – 27, 2018
Registration Deadline: September 11, 2018
Contextual Intelligence:
Program Dates: October 14 -18, 2018
Registration Deadline: October 2, 2018
Leading by Design:
Program Dates: October 14 -18, 2018
Registration Deadline: October 2, 2018
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