Individual Support Applications Open for Spring
The number of applications for the Training Support and Skills-Careers programs doubled for the winter session! We are proud to have been able to grant all participants a substantial number of support hours. They now have until March 12, 2021, to complete their individualized training program. The application deadlines for the spring session are from […]
Access and Discoverability of Francophone Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in the Digital Environment
The OIF’s French Language Observatory publishes two works produced by Destiny Tchéouali and Christian Agbobli from UQAM: A study that offers new insights into current trends and practices regarding the accessibility and discoverability of cultural products (audiovisual, cinematographic, and musical sectors) in the Francophone world. The OIF will present this study during an event organized […]
Nova Scotia Invests to Strengthen the Cultural Sector’s Digital Presence
“As members of the creative sector increasingly rely on new technologies to retain their audience and reach new followers and audiences during the global pandemic, the province of Nova Scotia is supporting 56 projects involving digital tools and addressing COVID-19, with $913,526.” Read the article from the Chronicle Herald (in English). Learn more about the […]
A Clothing Line Created by Acrobats!
The collective The 7 Fingers launches a clothing line in collaboration with Design KontroL. Functional and aesthetic clothing created by acrobats! For the launch of the store, they are offering their community a 15% discount (promo code: 7DOIGTS). Shop online!
Employment Continues to Decline in the Performing Arts
“Closed theaters and performance venues are just the tip of the iceberg. Jobs, as well as the number of hours worked in the performing arts, continue their decline. A decline that is becoming dramatic. Among the four sectors most affected by the pandemic, the performing arts, entertainment, and recreation sector is in the worst situation, […]
Mandatory Holiday Break for Circus Artists
Circus artists Jean-Philippe Deltell, Philippe Dreyfuss, and Senja Meriläinen have rarely spent Christmas in Quebec City. While training at the École de cirque de Québec, they share with listeners their concerns, but also their hopes, regarding the halt of international performances. Watch the report from TVA Nouvelles or read the article in Le Journal de […]
Free Training for Professional Artist Members of Caravane Coop
To help revive the cultural sector during this challenging period, Caravane Coop, a circus arts training center located in Limoilou in the Quebec region, has received a grant from the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, enabling them to offer free training access to professional artists who are members of the cooperative. This […]
Quebec Circus Artist Sets Guinness Boleadoras Record
“Professional dancer and circus artist Sarah Louis-Jean can now add another string to her bow. The Quebec artist achieved the Guinness Record for the most boleadora strikes in one minute.” Read the article published in La Presse to learn more about her achievements.
Rehearsals and Training Allowed in Quebec
Following the announcements by the Government of Quebec of a “pause” during the holiday season, namely from December 17, 2020 to January 10, 2021 inclusive, and the closure of non-essential businesses starting December 25, the Ministry of Culture and Communications confirmed today that rehearsals and training without an audience remain permitted by public health. However, […]
LOJIQ Helps Young Artists Participate in Contact Ontarois
LOJIQ — Les Offices jeunesse internationaux du Québec aims to facilitate the participation of young artists and performing arts professionals in Contact ontarois, a Francophone performing arts market contributing to the development of performing arts in Ontario, which will take place virtually from January 13 to 15, 2021. Visit LOJIQ’s website to learn more about […]