toronto arts coalition

This is the Toronto Arts Coalition Newsletter – a newsletter for those who care about the health of the arts in Toronto. You are receiving this Newsletter because you subscribed when you joined Toronto Arts Coalition.

edition 13

June 2005

NOTICE: JUNE 10th DEADLINE FOR STATUS OF THE ARTIST SURVEY

Coalition members are urged to participate in the Minister's Advisory Council for Arts and Culture's survey on the status of the artist in Ontario. Survey results will be used by the Status of the Artist Sub-Committee to identify areas of primary importance to arts and cultural communities in Ontario and inform future discussions on enhancement of the social and economic conditions of artists. Click here to complete the survey

SOLUTIONS: MAKING TORONTO A MORE CREATIVE CITY

Toronto is often touted as the cultural capital of Canada, yet we know we can do more to promote the arts in the city. Nancy Duxbury, Director of Research and Information at Creative City in Vancouver reports on what is happening in on the West Coast. And it’s exciting! (More)

SOCIAL CONVENER: A PLUM POSITION!

Mary B. Wood, Coalition member and dramatic arts teacher at Branksome Hall, provides a few helpful hints on how to increase arts accessibility in your own social circle. (More)

ARTSWEEK: Call for Registration

ArtsWeek’s Call For Registration begins now! ArtsWeek (September 22 – October 2) is an annual celebration of the arts in Toronto and is an opportunity for artists and arts organizations to showcase their work. It’s a time for us all to recognize the value of the arts of the City, its citizens, and its visitors. Having an event? Register now!
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IN THE FRONTLINES: O’Connor Gallery

On May 28, a statue of the historic figure Alexander Wood was unveiled at the corner of Church and Alexander. Dennis O’Connor, the director and owner of The O’Connor Gallery, also chairs the Church-Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area (BIA), which initiated the quarter million dollar project. It’s a great example of how business and the arts can work together to develop community and support local artists. (More)

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Our collective voice and efforts can raise awareness of the importance of our artists to our society and ensure they have the tools they need to do their best work.