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OAC creates new Northern Arts program for artists and arts organizations in northern Ontario
OAC has created a new Northern Arts program dedicated to northern Ontario’s arts community. The program provides project grants to artists, groups and organizations working in all art forms and disciplines. (Organizations that receive OAC operating or programming grants can participate in projects funded by this program but cannot be applicants to the program).
The program recognizes that creation and production grants to northern artists are essential to the region’s artistic diversity and that audiences in the north need access to more arts experiences.

Northern Arts has four categories:
New works funds the creation and production of new work in all artistic forms (new media, film, video, painting, craft, sculpture, dance, theatre, storytelling, fiction, music, etc.) by arts organizations, individual artists and collectives of northern artists at all career stages (emerging, mid-career and established).
Publications, Presentations, Exhibitions and Festivals funds projects where the primary purpose is the presentation, promotion and distribution of northern arts and artists initiated by not-for-profit arts organizations, artist collectives and informal groups. All projects must take place in the north.
Professional Development covers the costs for northern artists to participate in conferences, workshops, seminars, festivals for artistic professional development. Travel must be within Ontario only.
Connections and Arts Services supports projects that bring together northern artists through conferences, workshops and seminars that will benefit them in their career development. Cross-cultural artistic exchanges, artist residencies, community arts projects, and interdisciplinary collaborations for the purposes of creation and presentation are also eligible.

The program has two deadlines, February 1, 2007 and July 3, 2007.
To be eligible for the Northern Arts program, applicants must live in one of the three northern regions of the province identified by OAC – the northeast, the northwest and the far north. Please see the map for boundary details.
For more information about all Aboriginal Arts programs, Access and Career Development program, as well as the new Northern Arts program, contact Wanda Nanibush, Aboriginal Arts Officer, at (416) 969-7454 or 1-800-387-0058 ext. 7454, or by email at wnanibush@arts.on.ca



Canada Council to increase funding for artistic projects
From the CDA Bulletin
For the second consecutive year, the Canada Council for the Arts will increase its funding to arts organizations undertaking artistic production projects, including theatre, dance, opera and interdisciplinary productions, musical concerts, visual and media art exhibitions and literary publishing projects.
At its quarterly meeting earlier this week, the board of the Canada Council voted to increase the 2006-2007 budget for project grants by $1.5 million, bringing the total project grant budget to $12.5 million. This is in addition to a $1.2 million increase to the project grants budget in 2005-2006.
Earlier this year, the Council announced that it would use the $50 million in new funding announced in last May’s federal budget to supplement operating grants for arts organizations, as well as grants for individual artists and initiatives aimedat increasing public access to the arts. However, production project grants were not included in that amount.
“Even though we were not able to fund production projects with the new money, we think it is important to provide support for these initiatives that also reflect thedynamism of Canada’s arts community,” said Canada Council Chair Karen Kain.
The additional money will be divided among the various project grant programs in all artistic disciplines. As the competitions for this year have already taken place, the money will be used to support projects which were highly recommended by Canada Council juries but were not funded because there wasn’t enough money in the program budget to do so.
At its meeting, the board was also updated on the positive response from arts organizations to the competition for the supplementary operating grants, which closed on December 15.
“We are delighted with the interest the arts community has taken in this initiative,” she said, adding that the applications will be evaluated by juries in January and February and the results will be announced in early April.


Augmentation des fonds du Conseil des Arts consacrés aux projets artistiques
Le Conseil des Arts du Canada augmentera pour la deuxième année consécutive les fonds attribués aux organismes artistiques qui entreprennent des projets de production artistique dans les disciplines tels le théâtre, la danse et l’opéra, ainsi que des projets de production interdisciplinaire, de concerts de musique, d’expositions d’arts visuels et médiatiques et d’édition littéraire.
À sa réunion trimestrielle plus tôt cette semaine, le conseil d’administration du Conseil des Arts a voté pour augmenter de 1,5 million de dollars le budget 2006-2007 consacré aux subventions de projets ce qui portera le montant total attribué en subventions de projets à 12,5 millions de dollars. Cette augmentation s’ajoute à l’augmentation de 1,2 million de dollars au budget 2005-2006 des subventions de projets.
Plus tôt cette année, le Conseil avait annoncé que la totalité des 50 millions de dollars de fonds nouveaux annoncés dans le budget fédéral de mai dernier serait consacrée à des suppléments aux subventions de fonctionnement destinées aux organismes artistiques, ainsi qu’aux subventions aux artistes et aux initiatives visant à offrir au public un meilleur accès aux arts. Cependant, les subventions aux projets de production n’étaient pas visées par cette somme.
« Même s’il nous était impossible d’accorder de fonds nouveaux aux projets de production, nous sommes néanmoins convaincus de l’importance de soutenir ces initiatives qui témoignent aussi du dynamisme de la communauté artistique au pays », a déclaré Karen Kain, présidente du Conseil des Arts du Canada.
Les sommes additionnelles seront réparties entre les programmes offrant des subventions de projets dans les différentes disciplines artistiques. Puisque les concours ont déjà eu lieu cette année, les sommes serviront à soutenir des projets hautement recommandés par les comités d’évaluation du Conseil des Arts qui n’ont pas pu bénéficier de financement, faute de fonds suffisants dans les budgets de programmes correspondants.
À sa réunion, le conseil d’administration a aussi été mis au courant de la réaction positive des organismes artistiques ayant participé au concours pour l’obtention de suppléments au fonctionnement, concours qui a pris fin le 15 décembre.
« Nous sommes ravis de l’intérêt que la communauté artistique a manifesté à l’égard de cette initiative », a précisé Mme Kain. Elle a ajouté que les demandes seront évaluées par les comités d’évaluation en janvier et en février, et que les résultats seront annoncés au début d’avril.

Visitez notre site web à l’adresse www.conseildesarts.ca.




House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance Releases Report on Pre-Budget 2007 Recommendations
[CCA Bulletin 51/06]
Just the Facts
Last week the Minister of Finance, the Honourable James Flaherty, presented his economic update to Parliament <http://www.fin.gc.ca/news06/06-069e.html> . Under the title “Advantage Canada : Building a Strong Economy for Canadians <http://www.fin.gc.ca/ec2006/plan/pltoce.html> ”, Minister Flaherty introduced his Government's long-range financial plans for managing our nation's finances.

“Advantage Canada” contains a commitment to pay off Canada's net debt by 2021. This plan includes debts held by the provincial and territorial government, and diligent management of the Canada Pension Plan and the Quebec Pension Plan. And, to sweeten the deal for Canadians, the Minister commits to dedicate the interest savings from debt repayment to personal income tax deductions. If the Government realizes unanticipated surpluses, it will accelerate debt and personal income tax reductions. Translation: there will be no new financial investment over and above current planned spending, and future reallocation exercises will determine how federal dollars shift according to government priorities.

To accomplish this objective the Government will “be focused on what it does best. It will be responsible in its spending, efficient in its operations, effective in its results, and accountable to taxpayers”. The Government will also “limit the use of the federal spending power and focus new spending on areas of federal responsibility”. The Minister repeats the commitment to focus on areas of federal responsibility throughout the “Advantage Canada” document, which has been described by some as the most comprehensive financial plan for Canada in decades.

The restricted use of the spending power and the emphasis on areas of federal responsibility is a potential prelude to a much larger discussion about where the ongoing policy and fiscal commitments of the Government of Canada will be focused at the federal level in the years to come. Over time, subsequent federal governments have used the federal spending power to direct funding to areas that are in provincial, or in shared, jurisdictions. In the 1990s, during the various national debates on Constitutional Affairs, the Progressive Conservative government also offered to restrain the federal spending power and devolve responsibilities it had undertaken in areas of provincial jurisdiction back to the provinces and territories.

“Advantage Canada” raises some interesting questions concerning the involvement of the federal government in arts and culture. Given the low priority traditionally given to the sector, and if all new money is to come from redirections from within a dwindling federal budget, what is the likelihood of getting adequate funding for the Canada Council, the CBC, the museums, etc.? These questions are even more disturbing when coupled with a philosophy based on small central government, on devolution to the provinces, and on marked preference for tax measures over direct investment.

Tell Me More <http://ccarts.ca/en/advocacy/bulletins/5106.htm>



Le Comité permanent des Finances de la Chambre des communes dépose ses recommandations pour le budget 2007
[Bulletin de la CCA 51/06]
Les faits en résumé
Le 7 décembre dernier, le Comité permanent des finances de la Chambre des communes a présenté son rapport sur ses consultations pré-budgétaires 2007 <http://cmte.parl.gc.ca/cmte/CommitteePublication.aspx?COM=0&amp;SourceId=186705&amp;SwitchLanguage=1> au Ministre des Finances, l'Honorable James Flaherty. Au total, le Comité a fait quarante-deux recommandations quant aux mesures qu'il souhaiterait voir incluses dans le prochain budget fédéral. Le comité est dominé par les membres des partis d'opposition et il se termine sur des rapports minoritaires des partis conservateur, libéral, bloquiste et néo-démocrate.

Trois recommandations sont d'un intérêt direct pour le secteur des arts et de la culture :

Recommendation 21: « Que le gouvernement fédéral étudie jusqu'au 30 septembre 2007, au plus tard, la possibilité d'offrir un avantage fiscal à l'égard des heures de bénévolat. »

Recommendation 22 : « Que le gouvernement fédéral accroisse le financement accordé au secteur des arts et de la culture. Il faudrait, en particulier, envisager des augmentations pour le Conseil des Arts du Canada, la Société Radio-Canada, le Fonds canadien de télévision et Téléfilm Canada. Le financement du Conseil canadien des arts devrait s'élever à 300 millions de dollars sur deux ans.

Que le gouvernement hausse également le financement accordé aux organismes fédéraux de développement régional et aux projets visant les territoires du Nord afin qu'ils puissent subventionner davantage les infrastructures et l'expansion d'organisations comme les jardins zoologiques, les aquariums, les foires, les expositions et les festivals. Le montant de la hausse et la façon dont l'argent sera réparti devraient être annoncés au plus tard le 30 avril 2007.

Enfin, que le gouvernement trouve des moyens de simplifier ou de mieux coordonner les mesures fiscales et les dépenses fédérales à l'appui du secteur des arts et de la culture et d'élaborer un plan d'action pour assurer la viabilité financière à long terme de ce secteur. »

Recommendation 23 : « Que le gouvernement fédéral revoie la gamme de mesures et de programmes qui appuient et encouragent la préservation et la restauration des édifices à valeur patrimoniale.

Que cet examen, à terminer au plus tard le 30 avril 2007, soit axé sur l'admissibilité des organismes à but non lucratif, des agences publiques et des particuliers. »

Même si le gouvernement n'est aucunement obligé d'inclure aucune de ces mesures dans le prochain budget, le rapport du Comité permanent fait amplement écho aux interventions des nombreuses organisations artistiques et culturelles qui ont participé à la consultation. Dans les chapitres intitulés « Ce qu'on nous a dit », on peut voir que le Comité a non seulement entendu les propos du secteur des arts et de la culture mais qu'il en a inclus beaucoup dans ses propres recommandations.

La Conférence canadienne des arts (CCA) est particulièrement heureuse de voir reprises dans le rapport plusieurs des priorités politiques identifiées par nos membres <http://ccarts.ca/fr/agora/2006/12/la-comptitivit-une-formule-gagnante.html> au cours des conférences de mars 2006 et ensuite ratifiées dans le plan d'action <http://ccarts.ca/fr/agora/2006/08/lagenda-des-priorits-politiques-de-la.html> adopté par notre Conseil d'administration. La CCA félicite les membres du Comité permanent pour l'attention qu'ils ont portée au secteur culturel et nous sommes heureux qu'ils ont su travailler ensemble à la production d'un rapport vraiment étoffé.

Pour en savoir davantage <http://ccarts.ca/fr/advocacy/bulletins/5106.htm>


“Advantage Canada” Poised To Stir Up Jurisdictional Issues – What could this mean for arts and culture?
[CCA Bulletin 50/06]
Just the Facts
Last week the Minister of Finance, the Honourable James Flaherty, presented his economic update to Parliament. Under the title “Advantage Canada : Building a Strong Economy for Canadians”, Minister Flaherty introduced his Government's long-range financial plans for managing our nation's finances.

“Advantage Canada” contains a commitment to pay off Canada's net debt by 2021. This plan includes debts held by the provincial and territorial government, and diligent management of the Canada Pension Plan and the Quebec Pension Plan. And, to sweeten the deal for Canadians, the Minister commits to dedicate the interest savings from debt repayment to personal income tax deductions. If the Government realizes unanticipated surpluses, it will accelerate debt and personal income tax reductions. Translation: there will be no new financial investment over and above current planned spending, and future reallocation exercises will determine how federal dollars shift according to government priorities.

To accomplish this objective the Government will “be focused on what it does best. It will be responsible in its spending, efficient in its operations, effective in its results, and accountable to taxpayers”. The Government will also “limit the use of the federal spending power and focus new spending on areas of federal responsibility”. The Minister repeats the commitment to focus on areas of federal responsibility throughout the “Advantage Canada” document, which has been described by some as the most comprehensive financial plan for Canada in decades.

The restricted use of the spending power and the emphasis on areas of federal responsibility is a potential prelude to a much larger discussion about where the ongoing policy and fiscal commitments of the Government of Canada will be focused at the federal level in the years to come. Over time, subsequent federal governments have used the federal spending power to direct funding to areas that are in provincial, or in shared, jurisdictions. In the 1990s, during the various national debates on Constitutional Affairs, the Progressive Conservative government also offered to restrain the federal spending power and devolve responsibilities it had undertaken in areas of provincial jurisdiction back to the provinces and territories.

“Advantage Canada” raises some interesting questions concerning the involvement of the federal government in arts and culture. Given the low priority traditionally given to the sector, and if all new money is to come from redirections from within a dwindling federal budget, what is the likelihood of getting adequate funding for the Canada Council, the CBC, the museums, etc.? These questions are even more disturbing when coupled with a philosophy based on small central government, on devolution to the provinces, and on marked preference for tax measures over direct investment.

Tell Me More <http://ccarts.ca/en/advocacy/bulletins/5006.htm>


« Avantage Canada » et les questions de juridiction entre Ottawa et les provinces : qu'est-ce que cela pourrait signifier pour les arts et la culture?
[Bulletin de la CCA 50/06]
Les faits en résumé
Le ministre des Finances, l'honorable James Flaherty, a présenté sa Mise à jour économique et financière 2006 <http://www.fin.gc.ca/news06/06-069e.html> au Parlement la semaine dernière. Le ministre a présenté, dans un document intitulé « Avantage Canada : Bâtir une économie forte pour les Canadiens <http://www.fin.gc.ca/ec2006/plan/pltocf.html> », les plans financiers à long terme de son gouvernement pour gérer les finances de notre pays.

« Avantage Canada » contient l'engagement de rembourser la dette nette du Canada d'ici 2021. Ce plan inclut les dettes des administrations provinciales et territoriales et la gestion diligente du Régime de pensions du Canada et du Régime de rentes du Québec. Et, pour rendre la chose plus alléchante pour les Canadiens, le ministre s'engage à affecter à des réductions d'impôt sur le revenu des particuliers les économies en frais d'intérêt du remboursement de la dette. Si le gouvernement réalise des excédents imprévus, cela permettra d'accélérer la réduction de la dette et de diminuer davantage l'impôt sur le revenu des particuliers. Traduction : il n'y aura pas d'investissement financier nouveau au-delà des dépenses prévues actuellement et des exercices ultérieurs de réaffectation détermineront comment l'argent fédéral sera affecté en fonction des priorités du gouvernement.

Pour réaliser cet objectif, le gouvernement « se concentrera sur ce qu'il fait de mieux. Il dépensera de façon responsable, mènera des activités efficientes, produira des résultats efficaces et rendra des comptes aux contribuables. En plus, il « limitera l'utilisation de son pouvoir de dépenser et concentrera ses nouvelles dépenses dans des secteurs relevant de sa responsabilité. Le ministre répète l'engagement du gouvernement de se concentrer sur les secteurs relevant de la compétence fédérale dans le document, « Avantage Canada, dont certains ont dit qu'il s'agissait du plan financier le plus exhaustif du Canada depuis des décennies.

L'utilisation limitée du pouvoir de dépenser et l'accent mis sur les secteurs relevant de la compétence fédérale pourrait bien être le prélude d'une discussion beaucoup plus large pour déterminer où le gouvernement du Canada concentrera ses engagements politiques et financiers au palier fédéral au cours des années à venir. Au fil de l'histoire, les gouvernements fédéraux ont utilisé le pouvoir fédéral de dépenser pour financer des secteurs relevant de compétence provinciale ou partagée. Les divers débats constitutionnels des années 1990 ont également vu le gouvernement progressiste-conservateur offrir de limiter le pouvoir fédéral de dépenser et de transférer aux provinces et aux territoires les responsabilités qu'il avait assumées dans des secteurs relevant de compétence provinciale.

« Avantage Canada » soulève certaines questions intéressantes sur la participation du gouvernement fédéral aux arts et à la culture. Compte tenu de la faible priorité que le secteur s'est toujours vu accordée, et si tout l'argent nouveau doit provenir de réaffectations à l'intérieur d'un budget fédéral qui diminue, quelle est la possibilité que le Conseil des Arts du Canada, Radio-Canada, les musées, etc., seront financés convenablement? Ces questions sont encore plus troublantes du fait qu'elles sont éclairées par une philosophie de petit gouvernement central et de transfert des responsabilités aux provinces, ainsi que par une préférence marquée pour les mesures fiscales plutôt que pour les investissements directs.

Pour en savoir davantage <http://ccarts.ca/fr/advocacy/bulletins/5006.htm>


Clarification on “Cultural Rights”
[CCA Bulletin 49/06]
Since the Canadian Conference of the Arts (CCA) released its revised mission statement, we have received inquiries about what is intended by our evocation of the term “cultural rights”. Do such rights exist currently, or is it the long-term goal of the CCA to articulate a charter of cultural rights for Canadians? The answer to both of these important questions is: yes!

Canadians enjoy a wide range of “cultural rights”, enshrined in legislation such as the British North America Act and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, official language protection, the recognition of Aboriginal cultures and multiculturalism. In addition, there are other more specific forms of “cultural rights” that respect the moral and economic rights of creators and copyright owners, and the status of the artist in Canadian society.

In addition to these domestic rights, Canada has been a signatory to international agreements, covenants and recommendations that further the field of cultural rights to include the UNSECO promotion of cultural diversity, exemptions in NAFTA for cultural goods and services, and the need to protect and promote artistic and cultural expression in all of its forms.

At our March 2006 National Policy Conference, delegates made a recommendation to the CCA Board regarding the development of a Charter of Cultural Rights as a worthy target for the energies of the organization. The Board of Governors has endorsed this concept and the CCA Secretariat will soon begin work on putting additional flesh on the bones of this important concept. As Canadians we enjoy a considerable number of cultural rights, the challenge is to preserve and enhance those rights to better reflect the richness of Canadian life.

If you have any ideas about a Charter of Cultural Rights, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@ccarts.ca.


Clarification sur la notion de « droits en matière de culture »
[Bulletin de la CCA 49/06]
Depuis que la Conférence canadienne des arts a publié son énoncé de mission reformulé dans le Bulletin de la CCA 46/06, on nous a demandé ce que nous entendons par « droits en matière de culture. Est-ce qu'il existe actuellement de tels droits, ou est-ce que l'objectif à long terme de la CCA est d'élaborer une charte des droits des Canadiens en matière de culture? La réponse à ces deux questions importantes est la même : oui!

Les Canadiens profitent d'une vaste gamme de « droits en matière de culture » enchassés par exemple dans la Loi de 1867 sur l'Amérique du Nord britannique, dans la Charte canadienne des droits et libertés et dans les lois sur la protection des langues officielles et sur la reconnaissance des cultures autochtones et du multiculturalisme. Il existe en outre d'autres formes plus précises de « droits en matière de culture » concernant les droits moraux et économiques des créateurs et des détenteurs de droits d'auteur, de même que le statut de l'artiste dans la société canadienne.

En plus de ces droits nationaux, le Canada est signataire d'ententes internationales, de pactes et de recommandations qui élargissent le champ des droits en matière de culture en incluant la promotion de la diversité culturelle par l'UNESCO, les exceptions de l'ALENA en matière de biens et de services culturels et la nécessité de protéger et de promouvoir l'expression artistique et culturelle sous toutes ses formes.

À notre Conférence nationale de mars 2006, les délégués ont présenté une recommandation au Conseil d'administration de la CCA à l'effet que l'élaboration d'une Charte des droits en matière de culture est un objectif naturel pour notre organisme. Le Conseil d'administration a approuvé ce concept et le Secrétariat de la CCA commencera bientôt à mettre plus de chair autour de l'os de ce concept important. À titre de Canadiens, nous profitons d'un nombre considérable de droits en matière de culture; le défi consiste à les préserver et à les améliorer pour mieux refléter la richesse de la vie canadienne.

N'hésitez pas à nous faire part de vos idées sur une Charte des droits en matière de culture à info@ccarts.ca.



Canada Council’s 50th anniversary celebration to promote public engagement in the arts
[Ottawa, December 18, 2006]
From the CDA Bulletin
Canada’s national arts funding agency has challenged Canadians to help it celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2007 by stepping up their involvement in the arts.

The Canada Council for the Arts, which was created by an Act of Parliament on March 28, 1957, today launched the “50 for 50” Arts Challenge, an initiative aimed at encouraging people to become more involved in the arts as both audience members and active participants.

The Council is asking people to participate in 50 arts activities during the anniversary year – ranging from reading a poem to singing in a choir to attending a film festival to looking at a painting – keep a record of their experiences and let the Council know about it.

“Fifty arts activities in 2007 may sound like a lot, but when you consider it’s less than one a week, you realize how easy it is to meet the challenge,” said Canada Council Director Robert Sirman. “The arts are all around us: on TV, radio and the Internet, in our local book or record stores, in our schools, community centers and parks as well as in such specialized venues as art galleries, theatres and concert halls.”

Mr. Sirman said the vast majority of Canadians are already engaged in the arts in one way or another, even if some people don’t realize it.

“One purpose of the ‘50 for 50’ Arts Challenge is to show people how pervasive the arts are in our daily lives,” he said. “We also want people to try out new arts experiences and expand their horizons: for example, if you’re a music-lover, you might want to try something new and attend a poetry reading; or if you normally go to the movies on weekends, try out live theatre for a change. And if you like to sing in the shower or doodle on your notepad, think about joining a choral group or taking art lessons.”

Participants in the challenge are encouraged to tell the Canada Council about their experiences by e-mail at 50@canadacouncil.ca <mailto:50@canadacouncil.ca> , or by writing to The “50 for 50” Arts Challenge, Canada Council for the Arts, 350 Albert St, P.O. Box 1047, Ottawa, ON K1P 5V8. Highlights will be posted on the Council’s web site (www.canadacouncil.ca <http://www.canadacouncil.ca/> ).

The 50 for 50 Arts Challenge is one of a number of special activities related to the Canada Council’s 50th anniversary, including more than 80 anniversary concerts, performances and other events dedicated to the Canada Council by arts organizations across Canada.

Starting in January, you can visit www.canadacouncil.ca <http://www.canadacouncil.ca/> for ongoing updates on the “50 for 50” Arts Challenge and other 50th anniversary activities.



New Passport Requirements
[Dance USA: The Spin – Dec. 13, 2006]
From the CDA Bulletin
Beginning January 23, 2007, citizens of Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda must have a passport to enter the United States when traveling by air. Likewise, U.S. citizens re-entering the United States by air from Western Hemisphere countries will need a passport.  Please notify traveling artists. The Department of Homeland Security has posted a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding the new air travel passport requirements.

For more information, please visit: http://www.voyage.gc.ca/main/sos/ci/cur-en.asp?txt_ID=852


Nouvelles exigences d'entrée pour les États-Unis
From the CDA Bulletin
À compter du 23 janvier 2007, il exigera de la part des citoyens Canadiens qu’ils présentent un passeport canadien <http://www.pptc.gc.ca/> valide au moment d’entrer aux États-Unis ou de transiter par ce pays par voie aérienne.

Pour plus d’informations, veuillez visiter : http://www.voyage.gc.ca/main/sos/ci/cur-fr.asp?txt_ID=852


The Arts Community Turns Out to Celebrate Arts Day at Queen’s Park
From the OAC Newsletter
Almost 200 representatives from Ontario’s arts community attended a reception at Queen’s Park on November 14th. The Arts Day at Queen’s Park was hosted by Jennifer Mossop, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Culture, Julia Munro, Conservative Culture Critic and Cheri DiNovo, NDP Culture Critic to raise awareness of the arts among their fellow MPPs. Earlier in the month, the three MPPs had written a letter to all OAC-funded arts organizations encouraging them to reinforce the contribution of the arts to their communities when meeting with their MPPs.

Albert Schultz, Soulpepper Theatre’s Artistic Director, introduced the Honourable Caroline di Cocco, Minister of Culture, the three MPPs and OAC Chair, Martha Durdin at the reception and gave a stirring wrap-up speech.

Throughout the week, several teams of arts representatives met with individual MPPs and spoke in support of OAC’s request to the government for an additional $35 million over three years. Ontario’s arts service organizations joined in this effort.

Initiated by Jennifer Mossop, the non-partisan event also featured a noon hour performance on the grand staircase of the legislature by two OAC-supported music groups, the High Park Choirs of Toronto and Malagasy musician, Donné Roberts.

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Classes/Workshops

Come learn to dance with us in 2007.
Beginners always welcome.
No partner required.

Mondays from Jan 8 to Feb 19: West Coast Swing with Julie Epplett
Mondays from Feb 26 to Apr 9: Lindy Hop - teacher to be announced
These are a series of 7 classes, each building progressively on previous lessons.

Unless you have previous swing dance experience, we request that you do not start or drop in after the first 2 classes are completed, as that might disrupt the progress of the class. Furthermore, in order to take the Intermediate Class, you must have solid knowledge of the basic steps

TIMES
Beginner class: 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Practice: 8:30 - 8:45 PM
Intermediate class: 8:45 - 9:45 PM

COST
Non-MEMBERS: Series = $84 / Drop-in = $15
** Intermediates can sign up for both classes and get the 2nd class for half price!

WHERE
LITHUANIAN HOUSE, Hall D (upstairs)
1573 Bloor Street W., Toronto
(between Keele and Dundas St. West)

SUBWAY DIRECTIONS:
One block west of the Dundas West subway station, on the south side of Bloor.

PARKING:
Parking is available until midnight on Bloor St. and on the side streets.
The Lithuanian House has it's own parking lot 50 yards N of Bloor St. on Dorval Rd.
For directions see www.dancing.org/tsds/locations/Lithuanian_House.htm
TSDS Web Site: http://www.dancing.org/tsds/ <http://www.dancing.org/tsds/>



Ballet Espressivo: New Winter Classes
All classes are located at The Studio Pilates, 65 Wellesley St. E. Suite 405 (Wellesley & Church) except for Advanced Classes (see below). All students must pre-register to ensure their place in the class. Classes are very popular and are kept small, so individual attention is possible. Please register by email info@balletespressivo.com or phone 647.294.0784.
Adult Ballet for the Absolute Beginner
“A FANTASTIC WORKOUT!”
Tired of backaches, sore shoulders, general stiffness!
Put that spring back into your step!

BENEFITS:
Injury-Preventative - Improves Alignment, Balance, Posture, Flexibility, Co-ordination, & Circulation
Tones & Elongates every part of the body -Develops Core Strength -Engages the Body & Mind at the same time - Increases Concentration

No previous dance experience is needed!
Saturday afternoon class from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. for 7 weeks Our next session begins on Jan. 6,2007 and runs for 7 weeks until Feb.24, 2007 (no class on Jan. 27, 2007) . We are accepting registrations now. Maximum: 11 students. Spaces are still available.
Monday evening class from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Our next session begins on Monday January 8, 2007 and runs for 8 weeks until Monday Feb. 26, 2007.

Other Classes:
Beginners Classes for the more experienced beginner:
Wednesday mornings: 10 - 11:30 p.m. New session begins: Wed. Jan. 3- Feb. 28, 2007. Nine classes .
Friday evenings: 6 -7:30 p.m. New session begins: Fri. Jan. 5 – Feb. 23 , 2007. Eight classes .
Advanced Ballet:
Classes are kept small to ensure individual attention.
Thursday evenings: 7:30 – 9 p.m. New session begins Jan. 4 – Feb. 22, 2007. Eight classes. Location: George Brown College, Casa Loma Campus.

Body Wisdom: Lengthen Strengthen & Grow!
A mat workout for the out-of-shape, overworked and under-exercised adult. Stretching, conditioning and understanding the body.

BENEFITS:
Injury-Preventative - Improves Alignment, Balance, Posture, Flexibility, Co-ordination, & Circulation -
Tones & Elongates every part of the body -Develops Core Strength

Body Wisdom classes: Fridays from 5 - 6 p.m. New session begins: Fri. Jan. 5, 2007 - Feb. 23, 2007, 8 classes .

Private Sessions/ Individual Coaching
Individual instruction for those who prefer exclusive and private sessions or have no time to fit a class into their busy schedules. Trouble-shooting for the professional dancer who wants to target their individual needs, stand-out at auditions and develop their uniqueness and artistry.

Donna Greenberg, teacher, choreographer, and artistic director of Ballet Espressivo has been teaching for over twenty-five years. Benefit from her vast knowledge of techniques and artistic flair.
Private classes are arranged on an individual basis at a mutually agreeable time.



NEW 2007 SESSIONS BEGIN!

TUESDAY NIGHTS
***Vintage Jazz Sweat (always drop-in friendly)
BEGINS: January 9
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Tons of fun, a great workout and a fantastic push for your dancing. All levels welcome!

***Beginner Lindy Hop
BEGINS: January 9
8pm - 9pm
Learn Lindy Hop, the original swing dance. NO EXPERIENCE OR PARTNER REQUIRED!

THURSDAY NIGHTS
***Level 2 Lindy Hop
BEGINS: January 11
8pm - 9:30pm
Beyond the basics of Lindy Hop, take your social dancing to the next level. Lindy Hop offers countless possibilities; let's explore them!

WHERE
All classes are held at the SDA - Street Dance Academy,
160 Spadina Ave, 2nd floor
(NW corner of Queen Spadina)

COST
Classes are just $90 for an 8 class pass or drop in for $12 to a 60 minute class or $15 to a 90 minute class.

Mandi, Krister Mark
Bees Knees Dance
http://www.beeskneesdance.com <http://www.beeskneesdance.com>


O.I.P. Dance Centre
!!!New Class for January 2007!!!

Beginners Jazz with Faye Rauw
Starting January 2007
8 Week Session

Tuesdays
Beginners JAZZ
8:30pm to 9:30pm

With: Faye Rauw

!!!CANCUN WORKSHOP!!!
Come to a Caribbean paradise and Dance with some of the best choreographers in the Industry.
We have been going for the last three years and it has been incredible! This time around we will bring the O.I.P. Dance Centre's faculty
to perform and teach a dance intensive workshop, and we are inviting all the dancers that would love go to Cancun and Dance with us!
We will have Jazz and Hip-Hop mainly!

It's one full week of Dance, performance, beach, sun, tours and fun! The dates are May 14th to May 21st 2007. We will have the prices and full itinerary soon, with all the details such as flights, hotels, classes, tours etc....

Don't miss your chance, register now, limited spaces!!! For more information please send us an email at: ipdance@rogers.com <mailto:oipdance%40rogers.com <mailto:oipdance%40rogers.com> >


Don't forget to check our MySpace www.myspace.com/oipdance for updates, video footage from our classes and shows and to network with other dancers and choreographers!
Take a look at some of our most recent classes taught by Luther, Tuch, Linda, Apolonia and Danny.

There is a new website that we are sure you'll like, don't forget to check it out www.hip-hoptv.com
Learn more about dancers, choreographers and get to see them in action! Check who's hot in the T-Dot.
Ok guys, get that shopping done and come to class!
Thanks for the support and we hope to see you soon!

Kind Regards
Danny Davalos
O.I.P. Dance Centre
Home Of Do Dat Entertainment

T: 647-477-5225
F: 416-628-8233
oipdance@rogers.com <mailto:oipdance%40rogers.com <mailto:oipdance%40rogers.com> >
www.oipdance.com




Series 8:08 presents Marc Boivin!
Hello all,
I hope you can join us for this excellent workshop!
If you register and send a cheque before January 5th, you will get a $10 discount. Act now, before the holidays make you crazy!

Marc Boivin: The Dancer's Creative Process
February 17-18, 2007
10am to 5:15pm (12-1:15pm lunch)

Location:
Dovehouse Dance Ballroom
805 Dovercourt Rd,
Toronto

Fee:
$90 - or $80 if paid by January 5th
$15 for morning technique class only (10am-noon)

Workshop open to professional dancers and dance students in their final 2 years of a professional dance training program only.
In the morning, Marc Boivin offers a comprehensive contemporary dance class composed from the pedagogical material of the Limon
technique and some principles of ballet.

Using the traditional progression of a centre class, the dancer is challenged to develop equilibrium between strength and the free released weight of momentum; the clarity of impulse within, and the outward relationship to space through form and focus. In the process, technique is defined as the appropriation of tools in order to physically articulate the artistic contribution of the dancer through his/her choices.

Through the technical work participants focus on understanding and articulating the mechanics of movement within their own physical systems, as well, in relation to the science of this chosen traditional and contemporary work. The work has many purposes among which are:
- The safety and health of the body as it is developed beyond its daily use to a higher level of efficiency and expressivity
- The understanding of a personal physical system inherent to our dancing, something to be first accepted, then challenged and developed
- The appropriation of a mode of expression in all its parameters
- An expanded range of possibilities and a higher sensitivity through a heightened vitality within the body.

Creative Process (afternoon session):
How are the body and the mind of the dancer prepared for the creative process and set on stage?
How best can perspective and sensitivity be translated into a kinaesthetic experience?
What are the performance tools of the interpreter/improviser?
Through a series of exercises sourced both from improvisational and choreographic contexts, the dancer is called upon to investigate her/his performing choices and the possibilities that present themselves. As these options are investigated the artistic contribution of the performer in the creative process is examined.

Form comes as a play of chosen dramatic and dynamic tensions identified through the body and the body at play in space. From the simplicity of the butterfly effect, a holistic perspective, to the complexities of emotions and sentiments, a deep personal synthesis, we will look for the dynamic expression
of these occurences in their abstract, clear, sensitive forms.

"Boivin, in particular, enlivened the space...In his long poses that are part of the choreography, he's never static, but waiting, listening...for him, the abstract is a dynamic place that speaks about and doesn't ignore human essence." - Kaija Pepper, Dance International

Marc Boivin began his dance career at Le Groupe de la Place Royale in Ottawa under the directorship of Peter Boneham (now Le Group Dance Lab).
In 1985 he joined Ginette Laurin and her newly-formed company O Vertigo Danse, touring extensively in festivals across Canada, the United States and Europe. Since 1991 he has worked as an independent dancer, performing in the company creations and/or the commissioned works of many choreographers, notably Louise Bedard, Sylvain Emard, Jean-Pierre Perreault, Catherine Tardif and Tedd Senmon Robinson. A teacher of technique and interpretation, he has been affiliated with LADMMI, a professional training program in Montreal since 1987 and regularly guest teaches in schools and companies across Canada. An avid improviser, Boivin has been researching and performing this form since 1992 more specifically with Andrew Harwood, Peter Bingham and Helen Walkley. He is the 1999 recipient of the Jacqueline Lemieux prize, awarded each year by the Canada Arts Council. More recent projects have included performances with Louise Lecavalier in her newest commission, Cobalt Rouge by Tedd Robinson, partnership with Karen Kain for the short feature film Elegie, and assistant to choreographer Sylvain Emard for Robert Lepage's staging of Lorin Maazel's opera 1984 at Covent Garden
ROH. High points of 2006 and 2007 include a participation in the performance dedicated to the work of James Kudelka by Montreal company of Coleman/Lemieux and the creation of the next improvisational event for Andrew Harwood's AH HA Productions expected in January 2007.

Kate Franklin
Program Co-ordinator
Alternative Technique Class Program
Series 8:08
Canadian Dance in the Making

E series808@hotmail.com <mailto:series808%40hotmail.com <mailto:series808%40hotmail.com> >
W www.series808.ca
T 416-504-6429 ext.40

Series 8:08
c/o Dance Umbrella of Ontario
490 Adelaide Street West
#201
Toronto, ON, Canada
M5V 1T2



Scottish Highland and Canadian Step dancing classes for children, teens and adult.
Every Tuesday the classes are held at 100A Ossington Ave between 6:30 and 8:30.

At the classes, students will learn traditional dances as well as my original choreographies.

At present I am offering classes to beginners, but come the new year, I plan to add an advanced Highland class to the schedule. That way anyone who has done highland for many years can come and pick it back up with others who are looking to do the same.

The two styles of dance are fun, athleticly challenging and are good strengthening forms of exercise.
Any additional information can be found on my website: ww.boldstepsdancestudio.com

For class schedule, people can contact me at my hotmail account meghanbold@hotmail.com <mailto:meghanbold%40hotmail.com <mailto:meghanbold%40hotmail.com> > or by phone at 647-404-2653.

My classes are only $5 each and I offer the first class for free so people can make sure that they are going to like it.

Meghan Bold
Bold Steps Dance Studio
www.boldstepsdancestudio.com
647-404-2653





Madeleine Halle Returns to the AHC
Madeleine Halle, performance psychologist with the Cirque de Soleil, has presented lectures at the Artists’ Health Centre for the past two years.

The response to her lectures have been so enthusiastic that we are once again bringing her back to the AHC on Saturday, February 3rd, 2007 as part of our series of seminars on artists' health issues.

Madeleine's workshops focus on the psychological aspects of performance preparation through the use of techniques such as visualization, emotional control and concentration.
Participants will take part in exercises and detailed discussion of many different aspects of these techniques and tools.
The workshop will run from 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at The Al and Malka Green Artists' Health Centre.

Pre-registration for the day is required, as space is limited.
Registration: 9:30 a.m.
Workshop: 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Date: Saturday, February 3rd, 2007
Workshop Fees:
$40 / Students and Seniors: $30

Location:
The Al Malka Green Artists' Health Centre,
3rd Floor West Wing,
Toronto Western Hospital,
399 Bathurst Street (at Dundas)

A light lunch will be provided.

For more information about the seminar or to register, please
contact the AHCF at info@ahcf.ca <mailto:info%40ahcf.ca <mailto:info%40ahcf.ca> > or 416-351-0239.

Artists' Health Centre Foundation
www.ahcf.ca <http://www.ahcf.ca>



Creative Dance/Movement Classes for Adults
at Tirrinity St/ Paul’s Centre
427 Bloor Street Est (East of Bathurst, west of Spadina)

Wednesdays 7-8pm
in the dance studio

Pre-register by January 5, 2007.
New series begins on January 10, 2007.
Fee:$60.00 for 6 classes.
Classes on January 10, 17, 24, 31. February 6, 13, 20, 27. Call Katrina at 416-916-1107.
Express your spirit, explore movement with music, learn from others.
Katrina has been teaching creative Dance/Movement for over 20 years.



Sensual Dance Workshops/Sessions offered for 2007!
Start the year to a sexy start! Laura Furtado offers sensual dance sessions/workshops in the GTA. Classes are now offered in Port Credit, Mississauga, Streetsville, Etobicoke and Scarborough. Strip to Fit (aka Strip Aerobics), Hip Hop, Sexy Sizzling Salsa and Sexy Bellydance classes are offered. For more information or to register, please contact Laura at laurafurtadodance@gmail.com <http://webmail.telushosting.com/hwebmail/services/go.php?url=mailto%3Alaurafurtadodance%40gmail.com> or 416-580-0611 ( www.laurafurtado.com <http://webmail.telushosting.com/hwebmail/services/go.php?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laurafurtado.com%2F> ). Unleash the Sexy in You!

Instructional Strip to Fit Program- January 2007!
The Instructional Strip to Fit Program is an educational program geared towards Fitness Instructors, Dance Instructors and Performers, with the purpose of enhancing teaching techniques in this discipline of fused fitness and dance. It is an 8-hour intensive workshop of both theory and practical dance and fitness, to aid and inspire participants ( a.k.a. future Strip Aerobic Instructors), to create a class that is sexy and fun for the average woman! Make sure you are ahead of the game on this new trend in fitness!
The next workshop will be held in Oakville, weekend of January 12-14th. Location: Revolution Health & Fitness. For more information or to register, please contact Laura Furtado ( www.laurafurtado.com <http://webmail.telushosting.com/hwebmail/services/go.php?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laurafurtado.com%2F> ). P:416-580-0611, E: laurafurtadodance@gmail.com <http://webmail.telushosting.com/hwebmail/services/go.php?url=mailto%3Alaurafurtadodance%40gmail.com> .

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Calls to Artists


THE NORMAN CAMPBELL MEMORIAL AWARD
The Norman Campbell Memorial Award is presented annually to an individual who has demonstrated artistic excellence in the area of composition, lyric writing and/or book writing in musical theatre in Canada.
This award pays tribute to the outstanding contribution and commitment that Norman Campbell made to the musical theatre industry in Canada.

Lauded as an innovator in television production and direction, Norman Campbell is best known as the composer and co-lyricist of the renowned Canadian Musical, Anne of Green Gables. A two-time Emmy Award winner for the television classics, Cinderella, and Sleeping Beauty, Norman also produced and directed “Specials” for Bing Crosby, Liberace, Andy Williams, Olivia Newton John, John Davidson and Diana Ross as well as episodes of “All In The Family” and “The Mary Tyler Moore Show”.
In 1978, Norman was invested as an Officer of the Order of Canada for his contribution to Canadian culture. Subsequently he received the Order of Ontario, an honorary Doctorate from the University of Prince Edward Island and was honoured as a member of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts. Mr. Campbell also composed the music for Take To The Woods, Private Turvey’s War, She Stoops to Conquer, and The Wonder Of It All.

Award Criteria
Established in 2006 by Scriptlab, candidates must
• Have demonstrated artistic excellence as a lyricist, book writer and/or composer
• Be nominated by at least 2 members of Scriptlab

Nomination Criteria
The following materials should be submitted to the nomination committee:
• A current CV and bio
• A sample of work ie: demo tape or CD, writing sample
• Support materials; reviews, articles, etc.; and
• A letter of reference from a recognized theatre professional other than nominator.
NOTE: Only one package per nominee is necessary.

Award
The award consists of a cash award to be determined and a commemorative statue designed by the late Norman Campbell’s son; Geoffrey Campbell.

Award Committee The award committee will consist of:
• A representative from the Scriptlab board of directors
• A representative from the Norman Campbell Estate
• An established senior artist
• A composer of musical theatre in Canada
• A bookwriter/lyricist of musical theatre in Canada

Call for Nominations
Submission are due on or before 5:00 pm January 15th, 2007.
All submissions may be sent to: ScriptLab Submissions, 10 St Mary Street, Suite #603, Toronto, ON. M4Y 1P9 Or emailed to: submissions@scriptlab.ca The recipient of the award will be announced in March, 2007.


Call To Artists
The Series 8:08 Choreographic Performance Workshop is a great way for Toronto audiences to check out what's new in the Canadian dance scene. It takes place at 8:08pm on the last Saturday of (almost) every month at the Metro-Central YMCA (20 Grosvenor St.). The houses are consistently good, and for $8.00 you get to see, and give written feedback on, works-in-progress by
Canadian choreographers at all levels, from artists just starting out to
those touring internationally.

Series 808 is seeking choreographers with a min of 5 years experience who
have shown a min of 3 works at professional venues for our January
Choreographic Performance Workshop. The date of the show is Jan 27th.

Choreographers who are interested can e-mail me at cpw@series808.ca
Participants receive an honourarium, a video and feedback from the
audiences.

www.series808.ca
Tanya Crowder
CPW Program Coordinator
cpw@series808.ca

Call to Artists : Be a part of World Dance Day 2007 – Sunday, April 29th, 2007

The Dance Umbrella of Ontario is now accepting applications from artists to perform in April 2007 in Toronto, Ontario for the World Dance Day celebrations.
The selection committee is interested in programming groups of both professional and emerging artists. The pieces must be representative of dance in Ontario, celebratory and should involve audience participation. The performances will take place outdoors in Yonge and Dundas Square, either on the ground (cement) or stage.The 25th annual World Dance Day is a UNESCO designated day for celebrating dance and dance artists. People worldwide are encouraged to experience dance on April 29th, whether it is dancing in the streets or going to see a live performance. Dance Umbrella of Ontario and Yonge & Dundas Square are partnering in this special event to bring dance to the general public.

How to apply:
• Send and Information sheet with: Company and member names, address, telephone numbers, e-mail
address, and website if applicable
• A brief description of the choreography you plan to offer. We present short works of 15 – 30 minutes or less
• Technical requirements (light – sound)
• A brief biography and dance resume
• Recent reviews
• A DVD or VHS video tape of the work you will be presenting on NTSC format only. Material will not be returned
• Please advise if you have access to travel funds to support your participation in International Dance Day

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 15th 2007

Send your completed application package to:
International Dance Day
Dance Umbrella of Ontario
490 Adelaide Street West, #201
Toronto, ON M5V 1T2
E-mail inquiries to jessica@danceumbrella.net




 

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Space

Studio 2844
Studio 2844 is now open for rehearsals and classes. This is a very large space with hardwood floors, beautiful windows and has been newly renovated. Located in the Junction, at Keele and Dundas, a couple of minutes from the subway. For more information, pictures and rates check out our website www.studio2844.com <http://www.studio2844.com/> or call Eric at the studio 416-913-6394, (M) 416-912-2251. For rehearsals the first hour is free for all new renters and you can just book the free hour.

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Auditions




National Circus School to hold Auditions across Canada!
Below please find press release announcing a Canada-wide Audition Tour for the Montreal-based National Circus School, currently celebrating its 25th Anniversary!

The deadline to apply to auditon is midnight, January 15, 2007.
Auditions will take place in February in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Halifax and Montreal.

Application forms and further information can be found at www.nationalcircusschool.ca , by e-mailing info@enc.qc.ca <mailto:info%40enc.qc.ca <mailto:info%40enc.qc.ca> > or by calling toll-free at 1-800-267-0859.

Interviews, in French and English, are available with School representatives as well as School graduates. (There are currently two graduates available from Ontario.)

National Circus School to hold Cross-Canada Auditions Tour to recruit the best talent in the country

Internationally renowned as one of the leading institutions for the highest-quality professional training in its field, the
National Circus School will hold auditions across Canada in February 2007. The Montreal-based School offers young people who aspire to become circus performers a chance to combine training with an academic education. This year, auditions will be held in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Halifax and Montreal. Auditions are by appointment only, and the deadline to apply is midnight, January 15, 2007.

The audition, also called the Entrance Examination, determines a candidate's potential aptitude and capacity to successfully complete a program.

The ideal candidate has prior experience in circus arts, dance, gymnastics, trampoline, diving, figure skating, a martial art or other sports.

National Circus School programs are designed to provide students with a well-rounded education. They feature practical training in the major circus disciplines (acrobatic, aerial, balance, manipulation), a solid grounding in acting for the circus and dance, as well as general and specialized academic subjects. The highest level program in circus arts is a 3-year course leading to a Diploma of Collegial Studies in Circus Arts. Candidates for this program must have successfully completed high school. The National Circus School also offers Circus and High School Studies, a full-time arts/academics-type program, and an extracurricular Preparatory Program to Advanced Training, both for adolescents. As well, in July 2007, the Summer Camp - Initiation to Professional Training - will allow young people ages 9 to 17 to experience professional training in circus arts for a one or two week period.

To be considered for the February 2007 auditions, held consecutively in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Halifax and Montreal, candidates are required to send an Application Form before the January 15, 2006 midnight deadline.

The School, which celebrates its 25th anniversary throughout the 2006/2007 school year, has helped shape the majority of Canadian circus performers now working around the world. A pioneer in Canada, the School was instrumental in the emergence of local circus companies such as Cirque du Soleil, Cirque Eloize and 7 Fingers. Within the first months following graduation, more than 90 percent of the School's graduates find jobs - either in Canada,
the United States, Europe or Oceania.

Application forms, a description of the audition process, and further information about the School can be found at www.nationalcircusschool.ca , by e-mailing info@enc.qc.ca <mailto:info%40enc.qc.ca <mailto:info%40enc.qc.ca> > , or by calling toll-free at 1-800-267-0859.


NATIONAL CIRCUS SCHOOL
FAST FACTS

o The National Circus School of Montreal was founded in 1981. Since its inception, the School has trained most of Canada's circus performers. Graduates are now working around the world in Canada, the U.S.A., Europe, and Australia
o Demand is high; more than 90% of students find jobs.
o The School's teaching and artistic staff includes more than 40 instructors, teachers and artistic consultants.
o The School has 93 students, 77 of whom attend full-time.
o The average student age is 18.
o The School has moved to a brand new 7,200 metre-square building. These new facilities have an irrefutable impact on the School's acceptance rate. The School can accept more full-time students and offer the latest training and proficiency programs for training instructors in circus arts.
o The School is now in a veritable "City" for the circus arts. This Cite des arts du cirque - ''Tohu'' - encompasses the Cirque du Soleil international headquarters, the National Circus School, a public space, and a performance hall designed to showcase the circus arts.
o New Summer Camp - Initiation to Professional Training. A one or two-week intensive summer camp that allows young people ages 9 to 12 and 13 to 17 to experience professional training in circus arts.



AUDITIONS
Ballet Jorgen Canada
TORONTO: Ballet Jörgen Canada is holding auditions for Company members for the 2007 - 2008 season.
http://www.balletjorgen.ca

Sunday, February 11, 2007
Sign-in at 10:00 am
Class at 11:00 am
Ballet Jorgen Canada Studios
George Brown College, Casa Loma Campus
160 Kendal Ave.,
Room 126

Starting fees begin at $600 with professional experience.
Ballet Jörgen Canada is one of North America's fastest growing dance companies. We are offering 40 - 45 week contracts with extensive touring across North America.
Register by emailing your resume and audition city preference to artisticdirector@balletjorgen.ca or faxing to 416-415-2865.
Please provide a resume, head shot and dance photo at the audition.
No Audition fee.
For further information, and to book your place in the audition, please contact us by e-mail artisticdirector@balletjorgen.ca or by phone to 416-961-4725.


JEAN ANN RYAN PRODUCTIONS
Worlds Top Rated Cruise Ship Company is Auditioning for Immediate and Future openings Worldwide. Our Current productions Include: Andrew Lloyd Webber's "The Music of the Night" and Cameron Mackintosh's "Hey!Mr.Producer" and "Encore!Mr.Producer".
For full details please see our web site at www.JeanAnnRyanProductions.com or call our Audition Hotline at 954 523-6399x2
Video Audition is also possible.

TORONTO WINTER 2007 AUDITIONS
January 15th
Elgin Wintergarden Theatre Centre
Stage Door 158 Victoria Stret
10am Dancers 12n Singers
3pm Agents Call

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Jobs




Ontario College of Art & Design
The Ontario College of Art & Design, one of Canada’s leading institutions for advanced education in art and design, is seeking a self motivated professional with exceptional communication, administrative and organizational skills to join us as…
Assistant to Vice-President, Research & Graduate Studies/Research Assistant
Responsible for the provision of administrative support to the university’s research activities, including coordination of schedules, grant applications, and budgets, as well as the provision of general administrative support for the Vice-President, Research & Graduate Studies. This position includes grants development and management as well as detailed coordination and grant development assistance.

Summary of Responsibilities:
· Working closely with the VP Research & Graduate Studies, the President, and relevant faculty, provide general administrative support for research and graduate studies, and assist in the identification of research and innovation funding and partnership opportunities
· In conjunction with the VP Research & Graduate Studies, the President, and relevant faculty, co-ordinate the development and submission of grant applications, partnership agreements, and memoranda of understanding, including communication, proposal writing and contract negotiation
· Working closely with the VP Research & Graduate Studies, the President, and relevant faculty, assist in the coordination of appropriate research and innovation transfer processes and events
· In conjunction with the VP Research & Graduate Studies, relevant faculty and the Human Resources office, assist in the hiring and scheduling of staff for research projects and activities
· Act as front-line liaison with Ministries, research councils, agencies, foundations, companies and other partners, including correspondence, report-writing, attendance at meetings as needed
· Assist in the preparation of research and grant proposals and reporting, including text, diagram and graph development, power point presentations and final proposals, and coordination of research projects
· Administer research budgets in conjunction with the Finance office, and maintain budget accounts for the office of the Vice-President, Research & Graduate Studies
· In conjunction with the VP Research & Graduate Studies, VP Academic, Deans and relevant faculty, provide administrative support for the development of graduate programs
· Assist in the development and implementation of administrative procedures for the university’s research and graduate studies activities, and coordinate graduate applications and reviews of programs
· Perform telephone and office reception duties, and schedule meetings and appointments for the VP Research & Graduate Studies with external and internal individuals and groups
· Process, and respond to incoming inquiries, where appropriate, and/or draft correspondence for the VP Research & Graduate Studies
· Act as Secretary to permanent or ad hoc committees as required, including booking rooms, preparing and distributing meeting packages, taking minutes and arranging refreshments
· Compose, prepare and distribute correspondence of a confidential nature, and prepare confidential reports and research, including information relating to budgets, grievances and negotiations with OCADFA and other labour groups
· Maintain files for the office of the VP Research & Graduate Studies, including a bring-forward system, and provide support in related duties contributing to the successful operation of the office


Qualifications:
· Post-secondary degree, and a minimum of 5 years of relevant administrative work experience, preferably in an academic research environment or corporate innovation context
· Proven project management and organizational abilities, attention to detail, and initiative
· Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze and act on opportunities in a given field, and understand complex grant, memorandum and other related procedures and application processes
· Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and complex communications between parties, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills
· Demonstrated judgement and discretion in dealing with confidential or sensitive matters
· Proven ability to meet deadlines and work well with high volume, pressure, and changing priorities
· Excellent technical computing skills as they relate to research management and research practice, including document preparation (diagram creation, lay-out skills) and Microsoft Office

COMPENSATION: $42,168 to $55,431, plus full benefits.

Interested applicants are invited to submit an updated resume, with a cover letter to:
Human Resources Department
Ontario College of Art & Design
100 McCaul Street, Toronto, Ontario M5T 1W1
Fax: 416-977-3034
E-mail: hr@ocad.ca
By no later than Friday, January 5, 2007, 4pm

As an employment equity employer, we encourage applications from women, aboriginals, visible minorities, and people with disabilities. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply;
however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those short-listed will be contacted.



Red Sky seeks General Manager
Red Sky Performance is a Toronto-based performing arts company incorporated in December 2002. Red Sky has enjoyed a meteoric rise to international attention for its original creations.
Red Sky is a dynamic company shaping contemporary Indigenous performance in theatre, dance and music. Red Sky creates and produces original works for adult and family audiences.

The General Manager is responsible for the overall business management and administrative operations of the company including: planning, financial and personnel management,
administration, office operations, grant and proposal writing, strategic marketing and development, fundraising activities, audience development, and liaison with the Board of Directors.

The General Manager will assist Red Sky in moving forward to achieve its vision. The GM position requires a commitment to and engagement with Red Sky ís artistic goals, and company ethos, as well as a strong sense of responsibility and a good work ethic.

Required Knowledge, Abilities Skills:
Excellent organizational and communication skills; highly detail-oriented; self-motivated.
Ability to develop a deep understanding, commitment and engagement with the artistic vision of Red Sky.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with AD and board members, consultants, experts, and relate to
Aboriginal and culturally diverse, colleagues, the local and international arts community and the general public.
Knowledge and/or three years experience in the operations of not-for-profit arts organizations in general, and performing arts in particular.
Experience with fundraising and grant writing for not-for-profit organizations.
Knowledge of computers and relevant software; knowledge of office procedures and record management; ability to prepare and maintain clerical records, reports and correspondence related to the work.

Start Date: January 9, 2007
All qualified applicants, please apply.
$40,000 per annum, commensurate
redskyperformance.com


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Upcoming Grant Deadlines

Canada Council for the Arts -
Residencies and Commissioning of Canadian Composers - January 15, 2007
Dance on Screen Production Fund (Pilot Program) - Feb 15, 2007
Grants to Dance Professionals - 15 March 2007
Production Project Grants in Dance - 15 March 2007
Travel Grants to Dance Professionals - Any time (at least 8 weeks before departure date)
Aboriginal Peoples Production Project Grants in Dance - Short-Term Production Grants - 15 March 2007
Audience and Market Development Travel Assistance – Anytime (at least 6 weeks prior to departure date)
www.canadacouncil.ca

Ontario Arts Council –
Travel Assistance - Ongoing, (Applications must be received by the OAC no less than four weeks prior to planned travel)
Aboriginal Arts Education Projects - February 15, 2007
Aboriginal Arts Projects - February 15, 2007
Arts Education Projects - March 1, 2007
Arts Service Organizations - March 1, 2007
Compass - March 15, 2007
Dance Organizations - March 15, 2007
Integrated Arts - March 15, 2007
Touring and Collaborations - March 15, 2007
Dance Initiatives - April 2, 2007
www.arts.on.ca


Toronto Arts Council
Annual Operating Grants for Dance Organizations - February 1, 2007
Multi-Year Operating Grants for Dance Organizations - February 1, 2007
Dance Projects - February 15, 2007 ( for projects commencing after June 1)
www.torontoartscouncil.org

Metcalf Foundation
www.metcalffoundation.com

Laidlaw Foundation -
After a period of reviewing and restructuring their Performing Arts Programme, the Laidlaw Foundation has now release their new arts funding program to the public.
Please go to the Laidlaw Foundation website for program information.
www.laidlawfdn.org

Canadian Heritage
Cultural Spaces Canada
Contact Canadian Heritage for more information
Canadian Arts and Heritage Sustainability Program
- Stabilization Projects - No deadline
- Networking Initiatives – No deadline
www.pch.gc.ca

City of Toronto
www.toronto.ca

Ontario Trillium Foundation
www.trilliumfoundation.org

Department of Foreign Affairs & International Trade
www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca

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