A Closer Look at Culture Indicators
May 16, 2016 – Last week, Statistics Canada released a series of economic indicators on arts and culture. The absolute figures – $54.6 billion, 630,000 jobs – are impressive. The trends over time, less so. Read more
Changing Patterns in Recreation Expenses
May 9, 2016 – As the government undertakes a consultation on Canadian content in a digital world, now's an auspicious time to look at how Canadians use their disposible income when it comes to recreation. Read more
Writing the Next Chapter of Canadian Cultural Policy
April 29, 2016 – The last week saw two major announcements which are bound to change the arts and culture landscape in Canada. Over the weekend, the Minister of Canadian Heritage announced a major consultation on Canadian Content in a Digital World. Then, the Canada Council for the Arts released its 2016-2021 strategic plan. Read more
Where Does Audience Research Takes Us Next?
April 18, 2016 – Give a research report to a performing arts presenter, and he or she will look into it for one thing: audience insights. The problem is, not enough research in Canada actually delivers actionable audience insights. Other nations are nonetheless taking audience research down exciting paths. Read more
Changes in Favour of Efficiency, Transparency and Trust at Canadian Heritage
April 14, 2016 – The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, today announced that important changes will be made to the way business is done in the department with respect to grants and contributions. Read more
A new national report, published by Community Foundations of Canada in partnership with the Canadian Arts Presenting Association, is shining a spotlight on the power of the arts to build a greater sense of belonging to our communities, to our country and to each other.
