October 18, 2018
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OSAC is incredibly honoured to be nominated for the 2018 Leadership - Organization Award
alongside Aka artist run centre and La Troupe du Jour. Congratulations to all the nominees!
Presented by the Saskatchewan Arts Board, the Saskatchewan Arts Awards celebrates the achievements of individuals, groups and organizations in all arts disciplines. Recipients are given awards in six categories.
The event brings artists, arts organizations, patrons of the arts and members of the business community together to celebrate the enormous contributions the arts community makes to our province's quality of life and economy.
The 2018 awards will be held on Thursday, October 25 at Casino Regina. View the complete list of nominees here.
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Kevin Korchinski, Executive Director
306.586.1220 Kevin
Board of Directors 2018-2019
OSAC is happy to announce 4 new members have joined the 2018/2019 Board of Directors.
NEW MEMBERS
Alfredo Converso | Director, Canora Arts Council
Jacqueline Ferraton | Director, QPRAC - Wynyard Branch
Fran Karakochuk | Director, Prince Albert Council for the Arts
Ann Norgan | Director, Moosomin & District Arts Council
EXISTING MEMBERS
Jennifer Fitzpatrick | Director, Humboldt Area Arts Council
Denise Holt | Director, Biggar & District Arts Council
Gwen Mottram | Director, Lloydminster Allied Arts Council
Tim Raine | Vice Chair, Langenburg Arts Council
Treena Redman | Chair, Leader & District Arts Council
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 and visual artists to login to submit their price list or resource person information. We will be launching the Member login section later this summer.
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 It 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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Skip Taylor, Performing Arts Coordinator 306•586•1253 Skip
2018/2019 Season
Ghostboy is out on tour starting this week along with Coco Love Alcorn. Early reviews of Ghostboy are great! Should be a good tour.
2019/2020 Selections
It's early days post-showcase, but please remember your confirmed selections are due November 30th.
Performing Artist Directory is now Live!
All Arts Councils should have their usernames and passwords for the Artist Directory. It is now Live!
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.
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Zoë Schneider, Visual and Media Arts Coordinator
306•586•1252 Zoë
Booking Forms due November 2nd!
The new visual arts exhibitions were debuted at Showcase this past weekend. If you were unable to attend and are interested in booking please follow the LINK for information on the shows, and contact Zoë for the booking form.
OPEN CALL FOR WORKSHOP PROPOSALS!
The Godfrey Dean Art Gallery is now seeking proposals, instructors, and ideas for 2019 workshops. Are you an educator, artist, or a participant with an itch to learn? Send them a proposal for workshops you’d like to teach or take in 2019! Deadline to submit is November 30th, 2018!! So, don’t dally!! gdag@sasktel.net or 306.786.2992
VA Exhibition Kits are Changing!
Over the next month we will be shifting Visual Arts Exhibition kits from hard copy to digital in format. A combination of emailed and website-based documents will take the place of the mailed kits. Education guides are already available online, as well as exhibition program reports. Brochures will be found in the briefcases of each travelling exhibition and will be replenished throughout each tour. For more information please contact Zoë at zoe@osac.ca
Artist Directory- New Version of the Resource Person Listing
We now have a login button at the top of the OSAC website page. We have been working to create an online searchable artist directory that will take the place of the Resource Person Listing. We will be sending you usernames and passwords, so you can login and view the artist listing with search functions, location of resource person, media, etc. Our hope is this give you an easier way to find artists and adjudicators based on your criteria. We will give a demo on how to use the listing during the Sunday morning VA Exchange. If you are an artist interested in joining the list, please email Zoë at zoe@osac.ca
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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Fall Tours: Hip Hop Hoop Dance is on the road again until October 24!
They also have some openings available from November 7-12. If you are interested in booking them, please, please contact me.
Spring 2018 tour information – Teddy Anderson (BC) and Leigh-Anne Kehler (MB)
Brochure and booking information were e-mailed last week to schools and arts councils, with a booking deadline of Friday, November 30. Booking information and study guides are now available at http://www.osac.ca/index.php/school-tours/for-schools Scroll down the page and you will find the information. Thanks for your support of the OSAC School Touring Program!
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Catherine Tomczak, Operations Coordinator
306•586•1251 Catherine
Thank You for Attending!
A big thank you to all the delegates, performers, artists, agents, sponsors and workshop leaders that attended Showcase 2018 and helped celebrate the 50th Anniversary of OSAC. Hope you enjoyed your time with us...as we loved having you be a part of our event.
50th Anniversary Video
As part of OSAC’s 50th Anniversary Celebration we asked videographer, and past OSAC Staff Member, to interview OSAC Board, Staff and Friends past and present about OSAC and what it means to them.
While we could not talk to everyone of course, Michelle was able to reach out to several people from around the province and what follows are some thoughts from people that have helped OSAC succeed over the years. Please click here to see the video.
Travel Bursary
Please complete your travel bursary and send back to the office by Tuesday, November 13th.
Volunteers
Thank you volunteers for helping to make Showcase a success!!
Evaluation
All delegates that provided their email address when registering for Showcase 2018 were sent an evaluation on Sunday afternoon following the Showcase conference. Kindly complete your evaluation – a draw for a complimentary registration for Showcase 2019 will be made in the next couple of weeks.
SPONSORS:
Thanks to the companies and organizations that pledged their support to Showcase 2018.
LOST AND FOUND:
LOST: A small yellow gold ring with a couple little diamonds in it was lost during Showcase. If you spotted it, please let us know!
FOUND: Eyeglasses at the hotel and a Scarf at the Regina Performing Arts Centre:
 
Showcase 2019 will be held October 18-20 in Regina. For questions regarding Showcase 2019 please contact Catherine.
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