Click here for French version. Recent Announcements It has been an exciting several weeks at OCAF, including ongoing virtual programming from OCAF-funded events around the province and announcements of summer festivals and exhibitions we can all look forward to.We are thrilled that Minister MacLeod announced on Friday $4M in OCAF support to 54 events that …
Click here for French version. This spring arts and culture organizations continue to showcase incredible events, exhibits and shows, bringing exceptional Ontario talent and creativity to home screens across the province. Organizations have had to pivot to virtual programming this year due to the health and safety restrictions as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. …
For our March newsletter we decided to do things a little differently. With the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and lockdowns still continuing throughout the province we wanted to highlight the fantastic learning opportunities that many arts and culture organizations can take advantage of to enhance their digital marketing skillset for the current virtual landscape and beyond. …
Reconnecting Ontarians: A White Paper On December 17, the Honourable Lisa MacLeod, Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries, released a white paper, which is intended as the “beginning of a discussion about how we – in government, in business and in our communities – can work together to ensure the medium and long-term …
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Dr. Symons was an honoured, respected and cherished OCAF board member. He joined the board in 2010, ex officio, when Chair of the Ontario Heritage Trust. He became an independent member in 2018, representing Peterborough and southeastern Ontario. He was tough, fair and a great supporter of community based arts and heritage organizations throughout the …
Harvey McCue Appointed to Order of Canada OCAF board member Harvey McCue has been inducted into the Order of Canada for his contributions to the health and well-being of Indigenous youth in Canada and for his influential leadership in education. Congratulations! ONLINE National Ballet’s The Nutcracker on Screen This holiday season, Canadians across the country …
STRATFORD Lights On Stratford Lights On Stratford kicks off tonight! This magical winter festival of lights will transform Stratford’s downtown with luminous art and interactive light installations. The festival draws on a treasure trove of local talent, including some of the world’s best artists, lighting designers, props builders and creative minds! Visitors will be delighted …
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Ontario Support Local Festivals and Events During COVID-19 Ontario is investing $9 million through the new Reconnect Festival and Event Program to support municipalities and event organizers during COVID-19. This funding will be used to maintain public safety requirements and allow people to reconnect with their communities through online, drive-through and other innovative experiences. Organizers …
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OCAF Presents a Digital Marketing Webinar Series by Capacity Interactive The OCAF board and staff are currently working on a strategic plan for the next three years. We’ve heard loud and clear from our consultations that the sector needs and wants more digital marketing training, especially right now during COVID-19. We are thrilled to be …
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TORONTO Just Announced: Opera Atelier’s 35th Season Opera Atelier has announced its new, reimagined 35th Anniversary Season with two fully staged and livestreamed productions at Koerner Hall! The season kicks off with Something Rich and Strange, a repertoire of theatre music that explores the realms of dreams, visions and the supernatural, as expressed by Handel, …
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