My business turned four this past August, and if you’d asked me back then what would get me here, I probably would’ve said: “sheer willpower and a Google Doc.” And while that’s partly true (Google Docs have seen me through some rough drafts), there are two frameworks
Welcome to our Creative Social Entrepreneur Interview series, where we shine a light on artists building community through creativity, collaboration, and cultural impact. These Q&A-style conversations dive into how social entrepreneurs from across Canada are using their art, voice, and vision to create meaningful change. Whether you’re
The Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program provides funding to help employers create summer job opportunities for youth aged 15 to 30. The deadline to apply for summer 2026 is December 11, 2025. If you're a filmmaker, musician, writer, social enterprise, or non-profit looking to support your summer projects,
At the beginning of 2025, I completed a 6-week grant writing intensive that focused on writing a Canada Council for the Arts grant application. We all received feedback from the teacher and our peers, which helped refine our grant applications. I extracted the key elements from this program and incorporated
Welcome to our Creative Impact interview series. This series highlights the ways Creative social entrepreneurs transform lived experience into creative impact. Through candid Q&A conversations, we explore how musicians, filmmakers, writers, artists, and cultural workers shape their practice, sustain their communities, and use art as a force for
If you’re a Calgary-based artist looking to grow your skills, career, or connections, the Artist Development Microgrant from Calgary Arts Development (CADA) is a must-know opportunity. This blog post walks you through: * What the grant is * Who Calgary Arts Development is * What you need to apply * How to build
Why Finding Grants Feels Hard (and Doesn’t Have to Be) You can spend hours searching for grant opportunities on Google, only to feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or too tired to keep going. Understanding the grant landscape is the first step to making this process easier. Below, I’ll share shortcuts
Why do you need an artist's resume, and what should you include? Let's explore the reasons behind having an artist's resume and what key elements you should incorporate. Why Do You Need an Artist's Resume? * To get approved in the Canada Council
I've always felt a special connection to being born on Canada Day, even though I didn’t fully understand why. Growing up in a family where I struggled to feel a sense of belonging, fireworks on my birthday brought comfort and a feeling of importance.
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An Artist Statement isn't just a requirement for applications; it's your creative compass. It helps funders understand your work, supports applications, and evolves alongside your practice. Think of your artist statement as your true north: it shows who you are, where you've been, and
When I first introduced myself in a Cultivating Safe Spaces circle, my heart was pounding. I gargled my heart as I waited for my turn. We were prompted to introduce ourselves using these three questions: Who am I? Who do I belong to? What is my purpose?
I'm Sarah Jessie Tucker, author of Life Café. I'm a trauma survivor and survivor of suicide losses. I was born Treaty No. 13 People and grew up in Scarborough, Ontario. I'm a trained law clerk and grant professional who founded SJT Writing. However, when