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Improving the quality of arts and learning programming through assessment

Jan 19 2016

As another year begins, artists and educators are gearing up for a winter term of facilitating a wide variety of artistic learning and experiential opportunities. Whether it be in schools, arts organizations or community centers, Canadians of all ages and abilities will be exploring the world, and themselves, through arts and learning.

The Assessment Handbook is Here!

Dec 15 2015

Artists and educators have a new tool for determining the value of their arts and learning programs

The Canadian Network for Arts & Learning releases their assessment handbook after extensive consultation with the arts and learning sector, and with the support of the Ontario Trillium Foundation

81% of Torontonians see arts education in schools as important

Dec 8 2015

"Torontonians value the role the arts play in the lives of children and youth both in school and community settings. 81% of Torontonians view arts education programs in school as important and 80% see youth/child participation in the arts as important."

Hana's Suitcase - A Forum at Young People's Theatre, Toronto

Sep 12 2015

At this community forum, participants will explore together how to best prepare young people to learn about the history of the Holocaust and the ongoing practice of genocide in the world today.

Music Education in Ontario Questionnaire

Jul 27 2015

As part of the Wise Voices for Music program, the Coalition for Music Education is conducting research with respect to the state of music education in Ontario. The information gathered in these questionnaires will be used to shape the Coalition’s advocacy efforts and develop province-wide strategies and priorities.

Flower Garden

Afiara String Quartet and ChamberFEST in Westport

Jun 27 2015

Join us for a behind-the-scenes, intimate evening of chamber music at the beautiful Westport Centre for Creative Learning at Stepping Stone. As part of a 2-day chamber music retreat, two young professional string quartets, mentored by the award-winning Afiara quartet, will workshop dynamic new programs that bring together classical music and... more