Deanne Hupfield, Fancy Shawl Dancer. CNAL/RCAA Conference 2015.
FUTURES/forward is a National Mentorship Program in Community-Engaged Arts for Social Change (ASC) in Association with Environmental Organizations Across Canada!
→ Are you an early to mid-career community-engaged artist who would benefit from the support of a senior ASC artist? Are you passionate about climate justice?
→ Are you a seasoned community-engaged artist interested in sharing your gifts of experience and wisdom with those newer to the field?
Designed for educators looking to infuse the arts into their educational practices, The Kennedy Center has developed a robust collection of hundreds of digital learning resources, including lessons, articles, performance guides, how-tos, and more. All resources are available for free.
In 2016, Prologue Performing Arts launched the Arts Champion Awards to recognize educators, community leaders and presenters who work tirelessly to ensure that young people have access to performing arts experiences. The award is made annually to at least one individual who exemplifies the vision that Prologue has supported for over half a century!
Recipients of the 2020 Arts Champion Award will be acknowledged with the following:
One grant is presented to a graduating high school student entering university or college in one of the following programs: literary arts, performing arts, or visual arts.
Value: $2,000
The Elizabeth Havelock Grant in the Arts is awarded to support the professional and creative development of the mid-career artist in any discipline. This grant may be used to:
Artists who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply.
4 grants are presented to individual professional artists / arts professionals, ad hoc groups, collectives, organizations and businesses dedicated to developing the arts in the following areas:
Value: $3,000 each
4 grants are presented to support the professional and creative development of emerging artists in the following areas:
Value: $3,000 each
Emerging Artist Grants are awarded to support the professional and creative development of artists at the start of their careers. These grants may be used to:
The Short-Term Projects component of Creating, Knowing and Sharing funds First Nations, Inuit and Métis professional and aspiring artists, cultural carriers, arts/cultural professionals, groups, collectives and arts/culture organizations. Grants provide support for any combination of eligible Creating, Knowing and Sharing activities for projects lasting up to 12 months.
Activities funded include:
AMOUNT: From $5,000 to $150,000
TERM: Up to 1 year
Amount: From $50,000 to $250,000 per year
Term: 2 to 3 years
OTF funds local community projects that are evidence-based and drive at achieving greater impact in their community. The Grow Investment Stream focuses on three types of projects, which enable us to see positive change in our communities: