January 10, 2019
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ARTS COUNCIL FEATURE:
QUILL PLAINS REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL
 
Joyce Tait, mother of Don Tait and 2009 recipient of the OSAC Volunteer Recognition award, is pictured above celebrating her 99th Birthday. Joyce was a long-time member of the arts council and continued to sell QPRAC season and single concert tickets until June 2017. Happy Birthday, Joyce!
If your Arts Council has a story to feature in the E-update, send us an email with a short write-up and photo!
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Kevin Korchinski, Executive Director
306.586.1220 Kevin
Happy New Year from all at OSAC and we wish you a terrific 2019!
Ticketing Pilot Project to End
We sent an email out earlier this week announcing the end of the pilot project by mutual agreement with Ticketpro and OSAC. They will remain our ticketing partner and if you have any questions do not hesitate to contact me.
Cultural Sector Labour Market Information (LMI) Survey
The Cultural Human Resources Council and the Conference Board of Canada invite artists and cultural workers to participate in an online survey on Canadian Cultural sector's labour force. The survey will take about 15 minutes to complete. The results from the survey will be used to produce a LMI report that will inform the government and sector stakeholders on the state of the labour market in the cultural sector and make recommendations on how to address identified issues and trends. It is important than Saskatchewan be well represented in this survey so that our voices are heard nationally.
Community Cultural Engagement and Planning Grant Still Accepting Applications
The deadline to apply for SaskCulture's Community Cultural Engagement and Planning Grant (CCEP) is February 22, 2019. CCEP aims to support Saskatchewan municipalities, First Nations or Tribal Councils wanting to explore and plan for the creative and cultural potential of their community through cultural engagement and planning initiatives.
Serving Liquor at Arts Council Events
Last 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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Upcoming Shows:
Erin Costelo
Martin Kerr
Ed Sullivan Tribute
Tickets available in select communities at
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Skip Taylor, Performing Arts Coordinator 306•586•1253 Skip
2018/2019 Season
Erin Costelo begins her dates January 15th. The next big tour will be Prairie Debut Presents the Ladom Ensemble starting January 30th.
2019/2020 Selections
If you have not sent me confirmations that your venue is booked for the shows sent in December, please do so at your earliest convenience.
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
Cameron Forbes and Crystal Bueckert: Emma Lake Archive
Grand Coteau Heritage and Cultural Centre, Shaunavon
Cate Francis: Paper Wildlife Conservancy
John V. Hicks Gallery at the Prince Albert Arts Centre, Prince Albert
Joe Fafard: In Print/ Imprimer
Station Arts Centre, Rosthern
Leah Marie Dorion: Being One with the Earth
Biggar Museum and Gallery, Biggar
Miriam Körner with Bernice Johnson-Laxdal:
When the Trees Crackle with Cold: pisimwasinahikan
Community pARTners Gallery, Yorkton
Otherworld
Sherven-Smith Art Gallery, Melfort
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Zoë Schneider, Visual and Media Arts Coordinator
306•586•1252 Zoë
ARTISTS and ARTS PROFESSIONALS!!!! Please add your listing to the new 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
Happy New Year! I am in the process of sending out confirmations to those schools who have booked Teddy and Leigh-Anne. School packages will be sent out in March for both these tours. Thank you for booking.
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Catherine Tomczak, Operations Coordinator
306•586•1251 Catherine
SHOWCASE
When hanging up your 2019 Calendar please remember to circle the dates of October 18-20 for Showcase in Saskatoon. The host hotel will be the Saskatoon Inn, and our performing arts venue will be the Broadway Theatre. I will provide additional information further into 2019 as plans get firmed up.
Showcase Questions??
If you have any questions about future Showcase, please contact me.
OSAC DONATIONS
If you would like to make a donation to OSAC to include in your 2018 taxes now is the time. Click on the button above or find the DONATE NOW at the bottom of the OSAC website to begin your donation.
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Opportunities
Calling all visual arts and fine craft organizations and professionals!
The Canada Council for the Arts can support your projects that contribute to an understanding of the fine crafts in Canada. Value: $5,000 - $7,000
How to qualify: Apply to the Canada Council for the Arts
Deadline: March 1st, 2019
For further information, please refer to the guidelines.
Webinar Series for Arts Presentation
Ontario Presents is happy to partner with the Atlantic Presenters Association once again to offer the Webinar Series for Arts Presenters. This year’s series will be open to all but will be particularly geared towards volunteer presenters. One webinar will be offered per month from January through April.
All webinars are offered free of charge thanks to the support of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
January 15, 12pm Noon EST – Self-care for Presenters – REGISTER HERE
Facilitator: Matthew Eldridge, Clinic Coordinator – Al & Malka Green Artists’ Health Centre
Complete List of Upcoming Webinars
Call for Artists - Toronto Outdoor Art Fair July 12-14, 2019
58th Toronto Outdoor Art Fair welcomes individual visual artists and makers working in array of mediums, at any stage of their careers with formal or informal training, from all backgrounds, to apply for a chance to be part of Toronto Outdoor Art Fair. Deadline March 6, 2019
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