December 13, 2018
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Holiday Office Hours
As is the norm for the OSAC office, the staff will be taking extra days off over Christmas. The OSAC office will be closed December 24 through January 1, reopening on Wednesday January 2, 2019.
The staff would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and all the best in 2019!
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Kevin Korchinski, Executive Director
306.586.1220 Kevin
Serving Liquor at Arts Council Events
Earlier this year, 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 if you have not already. This would include a Wine and cheese reception at an exhibition opening or having a bar at a concert.
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
Just a couple of dates left before the December break. Erin Costelo begins her dates January 15th.
2019/2020 Selections
All initial routing for the Showcase acts has been sent out. Please confirm venues are booked before the holiday break.
Performing Artist Directory is now Live!
All Arts Councils should have their usernames and passwords for the Artist Directory. It is now Live!
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Current Exhibitions
Leah Marie Dorion: Being One with the Earth
Allie Griffin Art Gallery, Weyburn
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Zoë Schneider, Visual and Media Arts Coordinator
306•586•1252 Zoë
Happy Holidays!
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. If you are an artist interested in joining the list, please email Zoë at zoe@osac.ca
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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Spring 2019 tours – Teddy Anderson and Leigh-Anne Kehler
Thank you to those schools who have booked the Spring tours. I am still waiting to hear back from several schools to confirm. Once all the booking forms have been received, I will begin working on the tour schedules. Confirmations will be sent out in mid-January.
Thank you to those returning and to new schools who are booking, which include: Muskowekwan School – Lestock, Loreburn Central School, St. Mary’s Elementary and College Park – Lloydminster, St. Michael School - Weyburn, Ecole Ducharme – Moose Jaw, Warman Elementary, St. Michael School – Prince Albert, St. Michael’s School – Yorkton and Canora Composite School.
Special thanks to the following arts councils who are assisting with supporting the schools in their communities: Assiniboia, Battlefords’ Allied Arts Council/The Dekker Centre, Biggar, Canora, Indian Head, Leader, Luseland, Lloydminster, Weyburn Concert Series, and Yorkton.
May I take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones the Blessings of Christmas and Good Health and Prosperity in 2019!
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Catherine Tomczak, Operations Coordinator
306•586•1251 Catherine
Showcase 2018 Photos - Check out some of the photos HERE
50th Anniversary Video - Please click here to see the video
Showcase 2019 will be held October 18-20 in Saskatoon. For questions regarding Showcase please contact Catherine.
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