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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30, 2022, SaskCulture will recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, aka Orange Shirt Day, as a statutory holiday and our offices will be closed. The day is a time to listen to, learn about, act on and honour the impact of residential schools and consider ways to redress the 94 Calls to Action outlined in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's (TRC) Final Report. To find out more about this day or to find some of the events that commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, visit the SaskCulture - Indigenous Awareness Hub.
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Get Your Tickets
There is still time to purchase a 50/50 ticket to help children and youth facing financial barriers participate in a life-changing cultural activity. To purchase tickets go to Creative Kids 50/50, and to share the links on social media go to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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Culture Days is Here
Don't miss your chance to participate in arts, cultural and heritage activities during Culture Days! There are still over 100 Saskatchewan events and activities to choose from, taking place until October 16, 2022. In addition to the exciting array of hands-on arts and culture programs, many others will bring communities together to honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Check out this Leader-Post story about Culture Days and how some communities are commemorating September 30th, and then visit the Culture Days event listing to start planning your Culture Days in Saskatchewan experience – there’s something for everyone!
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Upcoming SaskCulture Grant Deadlines
The deadlines to apply to a number of the SaskCulture funding programs happen over the next month. Tomorrow is the deadline for the Métis Cultural Development Fund (MCDF). Now offered in partnership with Gabriel Dumont Institute, the MCDF supports community-based activities and initiatives that preserve, strengthen and transmit Métis culture and traditions. Please contact David Morin at Gabriel Dumont Institute to discuss this grant.
To find out more information about upcoming grants click on the links below:
Métis Cultural Development Fund, Deadline: September 29, 2022; April 14, 2023
Aboriginal Arts and Culture Leadership Grant, Deadline: October 17, 2022; March 31, 2023
Multicultural Initiatives Fund - Project, Deadlines: October 17, 2022; March 31, 2023
Small Grant Accessibility Program, Deadline: October 28, 2022
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New Capacity Building Program
SaskCulture is pleased to announce a new organizational Capacity Building Program to begin in the fall of 2022. The 2022-23 multi-phase Capacity Building Program (CBP) is open to Saskatchewan cultural non-profit organizations. CBP will engage an organization’s Board of Directors and staff in an initial exercise of learning and organizational self-assessment, based on the Non-profit Lifecycles framework, with future opportunities to work on Strategic Planning and capacity building initiatives.
PHASE I – Introduction to Non-profit Lifecycles Workshop, October 15, 2022, register by October 13, 2022. Click here to register.
PHASE II – Selected organizations will receive funding support for hiring a Lifecycle Consultant and for capacity building initiatives. Apply by October 28, 2022.
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Queer 101 Virtual Workshop
Led by Wendy Li, OutSaskatoon's education and research manager, this virtual workshop will take place on Tuesday, October 4 from 12-1:00 p.m. Participants will be introduced to foundations of identity, terminology, and inclusive language. Participants will also be led through a group discussion centered around the importance of 2SLGBTQ affirming forms, spaces and services. Resources will also be provided. The workshop is free and for SaskCulture members only. Click here to register and to go to Wendy's bio click here.
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Cheryl and Henry Kloppenburg Winner Announced
The Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild announced writer Candace Savage as the winner of the 2022 Cheryl and Henry Kloppenburg Award for Literary Excellence. The award honours a Saskatchewan writer who has written a substantial body of acclaimed literary work and has had a significant impact on writing in Saskatchewan. Savage is the award-winning author of more than two dozen books including A Geography of Blood, and Prairie: a Natural History. For more information, click here.
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Upcoming Community Grant Program Deadline
The Community Grant Program supports programs under three funding themes: 1) the healthy growth and development of children and youth; 2) individual and community wellbeing; and, 3) nonprofit and community leadership. For full program details and assistance with completing your application, please refer to the Community Grant Program Guidelines and Applicant Resources. Upcoming Deadline: Oct 1, 2022 at 4 p.m.
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City Environmental Forum for Arts and Culture Organizations
This event is an opportunity to learn about the UN Sustainable Development Goals and some of the tools available to arts organizations to improve environmental sustainability. The October 27 forum will feature a presentation from Creative Green Tools Canada as well as information about City of Saskatoon sustainability initiatives. Formal Program: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Networking Opportunity: 11:30 a.m. - Noon. Pre-registration required. Please note: Masks are mandatory at the Broadway Theatre. Refreshments will be provided.
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Indigenous Engagement Conference
The Wîcihitowin Indigenous Engagement Conference on November 28-29 (TCU Place, Saskatoon/Online) invites community organizations, governments and businesses to learn about inclusive representation of Indigenous People as employees, volunteers and decision-makers. Within the context of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, if you’re working towards respectful Indigenous engagement and inclusion in a community-based setting, this conference is for you. Click here to register.
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Surplus Assets Available for Nonprofits
Nonprofits, Indigenous peoples and other eligible groups can get access to surplus assets from the federal government, free of charge. To learn more and register, visit GCDonate.
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Resources on Giving and Volunteering
A new hub for data and other useful resources on giving and volunteering is now available! The Canadian Knowledge Hub for Giving and Volunteering raises awareness about key data sources on giving and volunteering, including Statistics Canada’s General Social Survey on Giving, Volunteering and Participating (GSS-GVP). Visit the hub for free, easy access to a wide range of useful insights including key trends which will help you better understand the nature of giving and volunteering in Canada: https://www.givingandvolunteering.ca/
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Remembering Peggy Wakeling
Many in the arts community are grieving for the passing of, and celebrating the life of Margaret (Peggy) Wakeling, after whom Wakeling Gallery at the MacKenzie Art Gallery building is named. Peggy was the first Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the MacKenzie Art Gallery Inc. As a long serving member of the MacKenzie Gallery Volunteers, she offered school and visitor tours for over sixty years. Her appointment in 1984 marked the Gallery’s start as an independent, community-based, nonprofit institution.
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SaskCulture's Awareness Hub is a collection of news stories, industry articles, editorials, and general items of cultural impact in Saskatchewan and/or Canada. This week, the Awareness Hub is highlighting educational resources for cultural leaders and teams to improve their cross-cultural communications and education. | |
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Capacity Building Program - Phase 1 - Lifecycles Program
When: October 15, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where: Online
Who: SaskCulture, Click here to register by October 13.
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CSAE 2022 Conference - Reunite
When: October 19, 2022 - October 21, 2022
Where: Halifax Convention Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia (also available virtually)
Who: Canadian Society of Association Executives
CSAE events offer association and not-for-profit professionals sector-specific learning and professional development. Click here to register.
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Refocusing Giving & Prioritizing Community Needs Webinar
When: At your convenience, watch online
Where: Online here
Who: Join PhiLab for this session exploring the shift in giving in the post-pandemic world through the community needs lens. Featuring panelists from the University of Regina, Tamarack Institute, and Community Initiatives Fund.
Free to watch.
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JOB GALLERY AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES | | | |  | |
Call Out for Indigenous Writing Mentors
October 4, 2022
Emerging Banff Artist in Residence 2023
October 5, 2022
Urban Canvas Downtown Regina Program – Grey Cup Edition Call For Artists
October 7, 2022
pan-Canadian cultural mediation call for projects
October 10, 2022
Paid Residency
October 17, 2022
Holiday Show & Sale Call for Submissions
October 19, 2022
Intermediate Negotiation Skills Training - In Person - Winter 2022
November 1, 2022
Banff Centre | Final Tuning | Winter 2023
November 9, 2022
Late Winter Writers Residency Online 2023
November 23, 2022
Introductory Negotiation Skills Training Online - Winter 2023
December 13, 2022
Intermediate Establishing Indigenous Institutions of Governance - Winter 2023
December 13, 2022
CHRC Student Work Placement Internship Subsidy 2022
December 31, 2022
Indigenous Music Accelerator
Deadline On-Going
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Re-imagining Cultural Intersections: Exploring Connections Between Indigenous and Newcomer Artists | | |
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By bringing together artists from different backgrounds – Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), as well as newcomers to Canada, On Cue Performance Hub wanted to create a space for discussion about shared ideas, or intersections, relating to decolonization and sociocultural realities.
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EVENTS & COMMEMORATIVE DAYS
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Promote Your Next Event for Free!
SaskCulture operates and maintains a free Events Calendar for organizations in Saskatchewan to promote their events. Help spread the word about your upcoming events using the calendar today! Events submitted through the events calendar can be highlighted in E-Update, shared through SaskCulture's social media pages, and can help further highlight your next event!
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Invite SaskCulture to Your Next Member Event
SaskCulture is interested in connecting with you and your members. If you would like a SaskCulture Board Member to attend one of your next member events, in-person or virtually, please let us know. Connections with member groups helps us learn, grow and continue to provide programs and services that meet your needs. Contact Nichole Williams, Executive Assistant, SaskCulture at 306-780-9259 or nwilliams@saskculture.ca to make arrangements.
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SaskCulture's E-Update is a bi-weekly electronic bulletin that includes information on upcoming SaskCulture events, programs and activities, along with other information and events that may be useful to cultural organizations, or individuals, interested in building a culturally vibrant community.
SaskCulture receives financial assistance from Sask Lotteries.
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