Issue 20
February 14, 2024

We remember Riel
This edition includes:
BIG small Talk Co-Conspirator: Dayna Danger
We Remember Riel
News
Bridging the Gap
The Pen is Mightier than the Sword
Festivals!
Job Opportunities
Awards and Competition Deadlines by Province (Coast to Coast)
 Training and  Professional Opportunities
Dayna Danger 2022
Image credit: Carole Lyne Robin

BIG Small Talk with Co-Conspirator: Dayna Danger

BIG small Talk is a chance to meet, introduce, and get to know artists that Harbour Collective encounters along the way. Sasha Kucas speaks with Dayna Danger on a Saturday morning for an entertaining discussion full of laughter and BIG small Talk.

Prairie-born and playful in their approach to art and life, do not let this lively and humorous Two-Spirit artist and photographer fool you. They are very interested in sustainability and consciously think about what they are leaving behind as an artist for other people.

Our conversation flowed from topic to topic, leaving several provocatively profound questions in its wake. I could have spoken with them for the whole day. The following is but a small sampling of what they shared with me…

To read more about Dayna Danger

Dayna Danger (they/them) is a Two-Spirit, Indigiqueer, Métis-Saulteaux-Polish, visual artist, hide tanner, drummer, and beadworker. Danger’s art practice is an act of reclaiming space and power over society’s projections of sexualities and representation. This transpires in Danger’s art by their intentionally large-scale images that place importance on women-identified, Two-Spirit, transgender, and non-binary people. Their art uses symbolic references to kink communities to critically interrogate visibility and rejection. Danger centers Kin and practicing consent to build artworks that create a suspension of reality wherein complex dynamics of sexuality, gender, and power are exchanged.  
https://www.daynadanger.com/

February 20 is Louis Riel Day
Take a moment to revisit history 
We remember you, Riel. 
To read up on Louis Riel
News
On January 17, 2024, the Canadian Media Producers Association (CMPA) joined global media production organizations in advocating for local government regulation of global streaming platforms. The shared principles aim to safeguard national media production sectors and promote a vibrant global screen industry, emphasizing the cultural and economic importance of local independent storytelling. 
Artist-Run Centres and Collectives Conference (ARCA) partnered with the Independent Media Arts Alliance (IMAA)/ l’Alliance des arts médiatiques indépendants (AAMI) on their interConnect project. The final event for interConnect will take place on February 22 Register now
New Media Manitoba (NMM) announces ‘VOICE’: An IDM Industry Summit and EDI Conference NMM is excited to be announcing a special initiative, a two-day industry summit and conference covering IDM topics and industry insights; with a full day dedicated to exploring, Equity Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace.  March 7 – 8 RSVP now via email to victoria@newmediamanitoba.com
On January 10th, Paramount+ in Canada, the Pacific Screenwriting Program (PSP) and the Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) announced a new partnership to support Indigenous writers in the advancement of their careers. The new Indigenous Screenwriters Lab will support six mid-level Indigenous writers from across Canada with a genre focus of futurism and science fiction. February 26
North Forge Intellectual Property Summit – Dedicated to empowering startups with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complex world of intellectual property. Join North Forge Technology Exchange as they bring together industry experts, entrepreneurs, and legal professionals for a day of insights, discussions, and networking. February 28
In Brief: Singing Back the Buffalo to world premiere at Big Sky fest. Cree filmmaker Tasha Hubbard’s feature documentary Singing Back the Buffalo will make its world bow at the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival in Montana.
Independent Media Arts Alliance (IMAA) L’Alliance des arts médiatiques indépendants (AAMI) Temporal Anchorings: A National Media Arts Gathering – SAVE THE DATE! This event will bring together arts administrators from media arts organizations across the country to discuss important issues of sustainability and resilience by looking back at the past and forward to the future while grounding ourselves in the present. June 11-13
Bridging the Gap: A partnership between BIPOC artists/developers
Create databases and research copyright and intellectual property for BIPOC artist
Date: May 10 – 14, 2024
Location: Winnipeg

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being utilized across various industries, including the arts. However, the use of AI in art is still in its early stages and often relies on biased data sets and contracts that do not represent diverse perspectives and the rights of the artist. We aim to address this issue by collaborating with BIPOC contemporary artists, researchers and partners to develop datasets on their artwork, create contracts to protect intellectual property and copyright, ensuring that AI development in the arts is inclusive and respectful of cultural diversity.

Accepting letters of interest (or a quick email) from BIPOC artists and developers interested in participating. Email:   harbourcollective@gmail.com

or fill in the Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffb-z8U6-7JV-96iVNThczJwnQ1NuinJy-_DIPp-LcXlUv3w/viewform?usp=sf_link
The Pen is Mightier than the Sword
Petitions to Sign
The Independent Media Arts Alliance (IMAA)/L’Alliance des arts médiatiques indépendants (AAMI) sent an Open Letter to the Canada Council for the Arts on behalf of the Media Arts community regarding the termination of the Media Arts Equipment Acquisition Fund. For reasons of capacity and expediency, the letter has been signed by only a small  number of organisations: the number of signatures is not an exhaustive list of everyone whose thoughts, concerns, and positions are included in the letter. We encourage you to share the letter with your members, and to continue engaging with Council regarding the impact of the termination of the Fund. IMAA will continue to advocate for resources for equipment for Media Arts organisations in all its interactions with the funders. Find the letter here.

Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) needs your support to call on the government to renew funding. Use your voice and sign the Letter and Email the Ministers of Heritage and Finance today.

Spread the Word about the Canada Music Fund (CMF) Act Now and Increase Funding for the Canada Music Fund. To learn more about how you can spread the word click
here.

The Authors Guild’s Open Letter to Generative AI Leaders calls on the CEOs of OpenAI, Alphabet, Meta, Stability AI, IBM, and Microsoft to obtain consent, credit, and fairly compensate writers for the use of copyrighted materials in training AI.
Festivals!
Atlantic Presenters Association (APA )planned Atlantic Canada’s first festival conference, ShiftChange 2024 : Festival Perspectives from Atlantic Canada and Beyond. Kjipuktuk/Halifax, Nova Scotia February 23- 25
Register Now
International Indigenous Music Summit Showcase applications are officially open for the 2024 International Indigenous Music Summit, June 10 – 14, in Toronto. The showcases will shine a spotlight on artistic excellence in the Indigenous music community. Submissions are open to Indigenous artists nationwide.
Apply Now
Black Screen Office Symposium The stage is set for a groundbreaking event that will redefine the narrative for the global entertainment industry April 2 – 3
BSO Symposium
For more information and to register
Pacific Contact 2024 is BC’s Annual Showcase Conference for the Performing Arts and in Kelowna this year April 10 to 14
For more information
Stand Festival 2024 welcomes submissions from immigrant and refugee artists in theatre, music, dance, and live interactive performances to showcase their talents. Deadline: March 1
For more information and to submit
Job Opportunities

Bonavista Biennale 2025 – Curator
Bonavista Biennale is seeking a Curator to work closely with the Artistic Director to realize the 2025 Biennale. Building on what the Biennale has achieved to date, the Curator will bring their vision and expertise to the challenge of growing the Biennale’s provincial, national and international reputation, while remaining sensitive to regional and community priorities and concerns.
February 15

Cambridge Art Galleries – Idea Exchange – Gallery Assistant / Art Education Intern

As a Gallery Assistant/Art Education Intern, some responsibilities will be collaborating with curatorial teams to develop and curate a special section for the 20th Anniversary Fiberworks Exhibition. Duties also include support work with the Education and Outreach Facilitator, library staff, and external partners to implement strategies and programs that support public engagement with exhibitions and the permanent collection. The successful candidate will research and write original content and interpretive material for social media to engage the public with exhibitions and the permanent collection; coordinate the production of this material with the gallery Director and marketing team as well. See complete description online.
February 15

Edmonton Poetry Festival Society – Executive Director
The Executive Director is responsible for carrying out the artistic vision of the Edmonton Poetry Festival Society (EPFS) to bring poetry to audiences and creators alike through programming an annual poetry Festival. The Executive Director guides the activities of other contract staff or volunteers fulfilling other administrative and operational roles as determined by the Board of Directors. The Executive Director is the face of the Edmonton Poetry Festival Society and will work to maintain and protect the Festival’s reputation, high artistic standards, and mission of supporting the many poetry communities in and around Edmonton and the metropolitan region.
February 16

NSCAD University – Tenure-Track Position in Textiles – Dye and Print
NSCAD University invites applications for a tenure track position in Textiles – Dye and Print, at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek a candidate with an active studio practice who will help shape the future of Craft, artistic research, and pedagogy within the vibrant environment of Atlantic Canada’s only dedicated art university.
February 16 or until filled

Calgary Arts Development Authority Ltd – RFP: Information Technology Support
Calgary Arts Development Authority Ltd. is seeking proposals from qualified technology vendors to provide comprehensive Information Technology (IT) Support Services. The selected vendor will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation, security, and support of Calgary Arts Development’s computer systems and data networks. The objective is to ensure the quality of IT support services and maintain the security of Calgary Arts Development’s IT infrastructure.
February 23

Royal Winnipeg Ballet – Director of Fund Development

As the Director of Fund Development, you are responsible for providing strategic planning and tactical leadership in the creation and implementation of comprehensive fundraising plans. In this role, you will be responsible for budgeting, problem solving, organizing, and planning work activities along with meeting the annual fundraising goals and objectives. You will further be expected to energize team members, persuade and inspire prospects, and persevere to ensure the RWB and its supporters achieve their philanthropic and sponsorship goals.
February 23

Waterfront Explorations, Harbourfront Centre – Educator
Located at Harbourfront Centre, School Visits is an innovative field-trip centre that provides hands-on, curriculum-based learning experiences through multidisciplinary programs. Our Waterfront Explorations is a unique spring program offering activities related to Toronto’s urban waterfront. We are currently seeking several enthusiastic and engaging Educators, Waterfront Explorations to teach a combination of Visual Arts and Urban Studies programming to students in the age range of K-Grade 8.
February 29

York University – Sessional Assistant Professor in Studio Arts (Painting)
The Department of Visual Art and Art History, School of Arts, Media, Performance and Design at York University invites highly qualified applicants for a Sessional Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream position in Studio Arts (Painting). This is a Contractually Limited Appointment (CLA) to the teaching stream for a two-year term to commence July 1, 2024.
March 14

The Collaborative Radically Integrated Performers Society in Edmonton (CRIPSiE) – CRIPSiE Skilled Creator Call Out

Calling all d/Disabled, Mad creators in the performance sectors! CRIPSiE is looking for producers, designers, stage managers, technicians and performers to join our ranks for upcoming projects.  Please fill in the call out below by March 15, 2024. At this time, we are looking for experienced artists/producers/etc. to join our crew – however please look out for mentorship opportunities in the 2024/2025 season!
March 15 

Urban Shaman – Artistic Director

The Artistic Director functions as the key curator of Urban Shaman’s exhibition and events programming. They ensure all Urban Shaman Gallery in-house programming is presented in a professional manner and is the main contact between the gallery and its exhibiting artists, curators, writers, and other art professionals.
March 31

imagineNATIVE – Bookkeeper
imagineNATIVE is looking for a Part-Time Bookkeeper to work with the Executive Director to issue payables, reconcile bank statements, track cash flow and prepare reports as required for Board Meetings. Other duties include assisting with the annual audit. 
Open until Filled

Indigenous Curatorial Collective (ICCA)/ Le Collectif des commissaires autochtones (l’ICCA) – Program Manager – Digital Publications

ICCA is seeking a dedicated and experienced Program Manager for our Digital Publications Project. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in overseeing the development and execution of our digital publishing initiatives, ensuring that Indigenous perspectives, copyright considerations, and Indigenous ways of knowing are thoughtfully integrated into the process. The Program Manager will work closely with Indigenous editors, artists, curators, and writers, maintaining the project’s alignment with ICCA’s values and goals.
Open until Filled

The Inuit Art Foundation – Managing Editor
The Inuit Art Foundation (IAF) is seeking a Managing Editor to join our Inuit Art Foundation Inuit Art Quarterly Magazine team! The Managing Editor is a critical member of the editorial team for the Inuit Art Quarterly. Working collaboratively with the IAQ’s Tattunnguaqti and reporting to the Executive Director and Publisher, the Managing Editor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the magazine across print and online platforms.This position is hybrid in nature and can be completed from anywhere within Canada. If living in the Greater Toronto Area you will be required to work in our Toronto Office 1 – 2 days per week.
Open until Filled

Opera on the Avalon – Part-time Contract Website Designer

Opera on the Avalon is on the lookout for a talented Website Designer, with a knack for all things WordPress. If you’re passionate about crafting visually stunning and user-friendly websites, we want to hear from you!
To apply, simply share your resume/portfolio to: deborah@operaontheavalon.com.

Sound Arts Initiatives Inc. – Part-time Sound Symposium Administrative Assistant
The role involves assisting the executive director with office administration. Local hires only.
Please send résumé to soundart@soundsymposium.com

Untitled Arctic Comedy – Crew Call
The Untitled Arctic comedy by Red Marrow Media/Netflix/CBC/APTN is looking for junior level candidates to join its filming crew in Iqaluit! These are paid positions with working shifts that could extend to 12 hours per day depending on the position, from approximately March 4 until June 21 of 2024, offered for Indigenous / Canadian / Permanent Resident personnel but does NOT include housing.
Apply Now

Click here to view even more Job Opportunities on our website
Highlighted Awards and Competition Deadlines listed by Province (Coast to Coast)



Saskatchewan
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February 15 SKArts – Access Copyright Foundation Grant – Marian Hebb Research Grant

February 15 SaskCulture – Community Cultural Engagement and Planning Grant

February 16 Creative Saskatchewan with The Coalition of Black SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) – 2024 Black Business Networking Event – Register now

Spring 2024
SaskCulture – Northern Youth Cultural Fund

Spring 2024 SaskCulture – Métis Cultural Development Fund

March 5 SK Arts – Artists in Communities




Manitoba
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Apply Now New Media Manitoba – Digital Internships Wage Subsidy Program

February 15 Manitoba Arts Council – Create

February 16 The Winnipeg Foundation – Children and Youth Program Grants

February 25 Manitoba Arts Council – Share- Present

February 29 Creative Manitoba host Urban Art Biz and Manitoba Arts Council for Indigenous 360 information session FREE, must register

March 1
Manitoba Arts Council – Learn – Travel/Professional Development

March 1 The Winnipeg Foundation – Community Grants

March 5 Winnipeg Arts Council – Individual Artist Grant Program for Winnipeg Artists working in all disciplines




Ontario
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No set deadline Toronto Arts Council – Black Arts  Projects

No set deadline Ontario Arts Council – Indigenous Visual Artists Materials

February 18 Winter 2023-2024 Exhibitions at Gerrard Art Space: Call for Submissions

February 19 Digital Arts Resource Centre (DARC) – Diversity Film Festival 2024

February 25 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks at Cambridge Art Galleries – Call for Submissions: Next In Fibre

February 28 Part Crowd Art Gallery – Call for Submissions: Abstract

March 4 Toronto Arts Council – Creative Communities Program: Annual Operating

March 4 Toronto Arts Council – Visual/Media Arts Projects: Presentation

March 5 Ontario Arts Council – Visual Arts Artist-Run Centres and Organizations: Operating

March 6 Ontario Trillium Foundation – System Innovations Grant

March 11 Riverdale ArtWalk & ArtWalk in the Square 2024 – Call for Submissions




Yukon
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February 15 Yukon Arts and Culture – Arts Operating Funds (AOF)

March 15 Yukon Arts and Culture – Arts Fund

March 15 Yukon Arts and Culture – Cultural Industries Training Fund (CITF)

March 15 Yukon Arts and Culture – Touring Artist Fund (TAF)

March 15 Yukon Arts and Culture – Yukon Historic Resources Fund (YHRF)







National
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2024 National Canadian Film Day Celebrations – Accepting event registrations for celebrations which take place on April 17. 

February 15 Mile Zero Dance (MZD) The Magpie Collection: A Dance Festival – Call for Submissions

February 20 Reelworld Screen Institute – Reelworld E20 Program

February 21 Canada Council for the Arts – Strategic Innovation Fund – Seed

February 23 Telefilm Canada – Export Assistance Program

February 25 Studio by Design – Call for Submissions: Forms, Faces & Spaces, figuratively speaking!

February 29 Toronto Outdoor Art Fair – Art Nest Call for Proposals

March 1 Canada Council for the Arts – John Hobday Awards in Arts Management

March 1 Independent Production Fund – Short Form Series Development Program

March 18 Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival – Fire Horse Award 2024 – Accepting Nominations

March 20 Canada Council for the Arts – Creating, Knowing and Sharing: The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples – Short Term Projects




International
”The International Flag of Planet Earth”, by Oskar Pernefeldt

February 15 72nd Melbourne International Film Festival – Call for Entries

February 16 2024 Santa Fe Indian Market – Call for Applications

February 16 Cannes 2024 | Not Short on Talent – Call for Submissions

Multiple Deadlines February 21 Tribeca Film Festival – Call for Submissions

February 26 22nd Sommets du cinéma d’animation – Call for Submissions

February 26 26th International Documentary and Factual Co-Production Market and Screenings: MIPDOC Pitch – Accepting Pitches

February 28 28th American Black Film Festival 2024 – Call for Entries

February 29 SNAP Gallery –  Call for Exhibition Proposals

February 29 Canada Pavilion at MIPTV 2024 – Call for Entries

Multiple Deadlines March 1 31st Sheffield Docfest – Call for Submissions

March 1 63rd International ZLIN FILM FESTIVAL for Children and Youth

March 1 Broad View International Film Festival and Pitching Program – Call for Submissions

March 1 77th Locarno Film Festival  – Call for Entries

March 1 IMMAGINARIA International Film Festival of Lesbians and Other Rebellious Women

March 4 Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity – 2024 Signature Image Search

March 4 Res Artis Conference 2024 — TAIPEI Interweave the Spectrum: Beyond Collaboration 06 – 09 September 2024 – Call for Proposals

Click here for a more complete list of awards and competition deadlines organized by province on our website
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Training and Professional Opportunities

   EVENTS  

The Artist-Run Centres and Collectives Conference/La conférence des collectifs et des centres d’artistes autogérés (ARCA) is calling for expressions of interest (EOl) in partnerships. Interested applicants can email Katherine Dionne, Programming Coordinator, at katherinedionne@arca.art with any questions or inquiries.

New Media Manitoba and The Winnipeg Game Collective  – Winnipeg Game Jam 2024 Join us in celebrating the annual Winnipeg Game Jam, aka PegJam, a highly anticipated event known as a game jam hosted by the Winnipeg Game Collective in Winnipeg, Manitoba! Create video games from scratch throughout the weekend with a community of programmers, designers, artists, musicians, and more. Including students, indie devs, industry professionals, hobbyists, and everyone in between February 22- 25

Manitoba Women in Tech – Pitching Better: Overcoming Bias in Fundraising
MBWiTech is excited to welcome Jennifer Chiang of Amazon Web Services to present Pitching Better: a Workshop to Overcome Bias in Fundraising. Join us to understand how to overcome bias using a method based on Dr Laura Huang’s book: “Edge – Turning Adversity into Advantage”. In this workshop, you will learn how to reframe and optimize the fundraising process to your advantage while remaining strategic and focused on what makes your startup unique. February 28

VOLUNTEER 
Good Women Dance Collective (GWDC) – Board Members
GWDC is currently seeking board members with experience in fundraising and corporate sponsorship. If you’re interested, please contact info@goodwomen.ca for more information.

Music Nova Scotia and the African Nova Scotian Music Association (ANSMA) – Call for African Nova Scotian/Black Music Advisory Committee Members.
The Advisory Committee is created as a standing committee for the purpose of advising the MNS and ANSMA Board of Directors and staff, and other participating stakeholders, on the implementation and ongoing support and upkeep of the recommendations put forth by the #blackmusicmatters report, as well as ongoing advisory work pertaining to African Nova Scotian/Black music issues. If you’re interested in becoming a member of the African Nova Scotian/Black Advisory Committee please contact:
Allegra Swanson, Executive Director of Music Nova Scotia allegra@musicnovascotia.ca 
Julien Matwawana, Executive Director of ANSMA julien@ansma.ca

St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival – Call for Short Film Jury
We seek dedicated volunteers to assist in programming short films at our 35th annual festival in October 2024. Jurors can be filmmakers, film students, or film enthusiasts. Watch and rate one hour of films per week (assigned bi-weekly) from March – July via an online platform called FilmFreeway. Not only will you help influence what we share on the big screen, but you’ll also get some great perks, develop a critical eye, and help elevate incredible artists worldwide. February 18

Festival de Cannes Marché du Film – Cannes Makers
An initiative to help young aspiring industry leaders explore the ins and outs of the global film industry! Deadline to apply is March 4
RESIDENCIES  
Kluane National Park Artist Residency
The Kluane National Park Artist Residency provides an opportunity for established visual artists to pursue work that brings together science and art through connection with the spectacular landscape of Kluane National Park and Reserve in the southwest Yukon. With the support of the Yukon Arts Centre, Parks Canada and the Arctic Institute of North America’s (AINA) Kluane Lake Research Station (KLRS), artists are given valuable time to retreat, reflect, and focus on their work with access to researchers and scientists. The residency is the perfect setting to explore the interplay between science, conservation, and art, and give artists a chance to share and connect with people from all over the world. February 15

Whistler Film Festival – Screenwriters Lab
A highly-competitive multi-phase script and industry development program designed to amplify the diverse voices of Canadian writers by developing their original feature projects. It offers unparalleled access to key industry experts and indispensable lessons in craft to help screenwriters fully explore and realize their scripts. February 15

Belgrade Art Studio Residency – Art and AI Virtual Residency
Art and AI converge in a captivating exploration at the intersection of creativity and technology. This dynamic theme illuminates the symbiotic relationship between human imagination and artificial intelligence, offering artists an unprecedented canvas for innovation. Through the lens of AI, artists can push the boundaries of their traditional mediums, infuse their works with computational aesthetics, and delve into the untapped realms of generative art, machine learning, and algorithmic creativity. Art and AI merge to challenge our perceptions, inspire new dialogues, and reshape the artistic landscape, ushering in a captivating era where human creativity and intelligent machines intertwine. February 18

Ayatana’s Biophilium – Germinate: Online Plant School
This 8 day botanical school for a small group of artists will operate through Zoom and will include 2 – 2.5 hours of material each day, a 30 – 60 minute private studio visit with your teacher and optional one on one video meetings with the other participants. We will meet with 8 visiting lecturers: research botanists from international botanical labs, herbarium collections, research gardens & greenhouses as well as hearing from each artist in the group. This online model will allow us to meet high profile researchers from around the world. February 20

Alchemy Island Residency 2024 – Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts, Toronto Islands / Mnisiing – Call for Applications
ALCHEMY is an international artist-led residency devoted to exploring the synergy between artistic practice and the cooking and sharing of food in community settings. February 22

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity – Intermediate Negotiation Skills Training – Spring 2024
Many Indigenous communities and organizations are in negotiations, or are preparing to negotiate, on important issues such as land claims, litigation, self-governance, fiscal arrangements, natural resources, co-management agreements, consultation, and business partnerships. You will explore foundational concepts in the negotiation process by exploring proven interest-based negotiation terminology and techniques. February 27

Music Residencies on Gabriola Island, Summer/Fall 2024
Kasahara Gabriola Trust and the Gabriola Arts Council are seeking artist-in-residence applications from Canadian musicians, songwriters, performance artists, music or sound producers. There are two residency periods. One applicant will be chosen for each residency period. During the residencies artists enjoy the opportunity to freely explore music genres, ideas, writing, sound production, mixing, collaboration. We welcome interdisciplinary and crossover collaborations. February 29

University of Toronto – 2024/25 Artist-in-Residence at the Centre for Culture and Technology
The Centre for Culture and Technology at the University of Toronto seeks applications for its third annual Artist in Residence. The theme for our programming in the 2024-25 academic year is “Absent Here, Present There.” The Artist in Residence will engage questions of mediated presence and absence, either contemporary or historical. The artist will mount an exhibition of their work at the Centre for Culture and Technology Coach House and will participate in Centre programming as detailed below. March 1

Film Farm – Independent Imaging Retreat
The independent imaging retreat or “Film Farm” is artist-driven and focuses on the development of individual artists and the production of experimental film works. For more than 25 years the Film Farm has initiated and enhanced the work of local, national and international filmmakers and has expanded the traditions of experimental filmmaking in Canada. March 3

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity – Intermediate Braiding Strands: Related-world Strategic Planning – Spring 2024
This program will provide the steps for implementing a strategic planning process rooted in Indigenous ways of knowing to support your community, organization, board or council. In addition, it will deliver an understanding of how to keep the plan alive through evaluation, revision, and performance measurement. March 5

IATSE Entertainment and Exhibition Industries Training Trust Fund – OSHA 10-Hour General Industry with Focus on the Entertainment Industry : Distance Learning VIdeo Conference 
This OSHA 10-Hour General Industry training uses examples from the entertainment industry. It covers Introduction to OSHA; Personal Protective Equipment; Materials Handling, Storage, Use, and Disposal; Mobile Elevating Work Platforms; Walking and Working Surfaces; Hazard Communication; Electrical Safety; Ergonomics; Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, and Fire Protection; Fall Protection; Hand and Portable Powered Tool Safety. March 11-12
TRAINING
Capilano University – Filmmakers in Indigenous Leadership & Management Business Affairs (FILMBA)
The Filmmakers in Indigenous Leadership Management & Business Affairs (FILMBA) training program is designed to develop the skills of Indigenous producers who own their own film production company. March 8
WORKSHOPS

Alliance des Producteurs Francophones du Canada (APFC) – Free Training for the French-Canadian Future in Television 
Calling all screenwriters, directors, and editors! The Francophonie of Western and Northern Canada’s cultural platform, WebQuest, is launching free training courses. Don’t miss your chance to enroll and take a step forward in your creative journey. 
All events are free, registration is required

Telefilm Canada and BDC – Learning program to strengthen your entrepreneurial skills
This free learning program, offered by BDC to the partners of Telefilm Canada and members of the audiovisual industry, aims to teach you how to understand and efficiently manage your finances. Equipped with these fundamental skills and knowledge, you’ll be able to make sound decisions to guide your company’s growth. The Learning program to strengthen your entrepreneurial skills was put together in response to the needs of Canadian entrepreneurs, including those working in the audiovisual industry. This program contains eLearnings and resources to understand the basics and numbers behind your business. Self Paced Online Program

Film Training Manitoba – Post-Production Workflow
This two-day course will help the learner gain a deeper understanding of the workflow of post from beginning to end with a special focus on Avid, Adobe & Resolve workflow options & Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve – colour workflow options. February 17-18

Winnipeg Film Group – Black & White Super 8 Filmmaking with Kristiane Church
Participants will learn the operation of Super 8 cameras available at the Winnipeg Film Group and then shoot their own short black & white Super 8 film! We will bucket process the film by hand in the darkroom and learn various analogue editing techniques. Participants may view their film on an analogue projector, but will also be shown methods of digitizing the film on their own (or during the workshop if time allows). 
February 18, 23 and 24

New Media Manitoba – GameBiz Lab: Top 10 Studio Legal Mistakes (and how to fix them)
Kellen Voyer is a US and Canadian lawyer and founder of Voyer Law, a boutique law firm focused on advising video game studios on legal matters from a cross-border perspective. Kellen is active within the video game community in Canada and the US and represents over 100 studios and publishers across North America, the UK and Europe. Kellen has a passion for video game publishing agreements and levelling the playing field between publishers and developers, with his latest work being videogamepublishing.com, a crowd-sourced, data focused website aggregating data on publishing agreements. He has been quoted in articles on PCGamer, Gamesindustry.biz, Bloomberg and more. GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our Masterclass series. February 20

Greater Vancouver Professional Theatre Alliance – Cyber Security Best Practices
Are you worried about potential cyber-attacks? Do you and your team have the expertise needed to deal with one? GVPTA pleased to announce that we are partnering with seven other arts service organizations around Canada to present a robust instructor-led training titled Cyber Security Best Practices! Led by the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security, this training will run online for two half-days in February 2024. This training will introduce cyber security threats you may encounter at work and in your personal life. You will learn behaviours and strategies that you can implement to mitigate these risks whenever you are connected. Online February 21-22

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity – Natural Drawing: Beyond Basics
Participants with some drawing experience, or graduates of “Natural Drawing Basics” are invited to sketch and draw in this five week progressive drawing class for adults. Join esteemed Teaching Artist in Residence Janice Tanton in this free interactive online series to explore drawing and mark-making techniques and drawing challenges designed to advance your practice and take you beyond the basics! (Ages 14+) NOTE: This course is open to everyone and registration is on a first-come basis, however priority for this session is given to Bow Valley Residents. February 23 – March 28

Calligraphers’ Guild of Manitoba – The Artful Flourish
Offhand Flourishing is a peaceful and mediative pointed pen skill. True offhand flourishing is done without any preplanning or pencil sketching on the paper. The designs are the direct result of thinking on paper while using pen and ink. The designs grow organically and can be as simple or as ornate as you like. The Artful Flourish workshop was the first pointed pen class I developed, and I recommend it for all skill levels. Whether you are a beginner, at an intermediate level or advanced, there is something for you in this class. February 24

Film Training Manitoba – Camera Lab: Bridging the Gap Between DSLRs to Cinematic Systems 
This two-day course is for female-identified, trans, and non-binary adults who understand DSLR/mirrorless manual camera operation and want training with cinema cameras and cinematography. This course trains individuals with a general understanding of videography or photography to gain confidence and an understanding of cinema camera systems and the possibility of furthering their careers in the industry. February 24 – 25

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