Business / Arts
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The rise of #COVID19 has forced cultural institutions all over the world to alter their programs to digital formats. But how are audiences responding? Will digital be the new normal? Join us on March 24th, as we discuss which methods of digital engagement are preferred amongst Canadian culture-goers. At the top of this #SpeakerSeries session, Nik Nanos will share highlights from the latest Arts Response Tracking Survey. See the full list of speakers and register > https://us02web.zoom.us//7116159/WN_upcNa_JKR8Czjc0-sXmdBg

CONGRATS to Luminous Voices on their first JUNO nomination for Classical Album of the Year - Choral or Vocal! We love seeing talented #artsvest participants being recognized for their accomplishments! Have a listen to their nominated album, Sea Dreams > https://music.youtube.com/watch

Join us on March 24th for a conversation on all things digital! B/A's March #SpeakerSeries session will explore how arts organizations and culture-goers have been navigating the transition to digital programming during #COVID19. Register > http://bit.ly/38ONv4s... We are so excited to be joined by speakers from PHI Centre, Citadel Theatre and Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, who will be sharing the innovative ways they have kept their audiences engaged remotely! This session will also include insights from the latest Arts Response Tracking Survey, presented by Nik Nanos. Created in partnership with National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts and Nanos Research, the fourth tracking survey examines culture-goers' comfort levels participating in cultural events, and offers insights into current and future methods of consuming cultural content.

#ICYMI! Last week, Canadian Heritage released the eligibility criteria for the Support for Workers in Live Arts and Music Sectors Fund. Applicants are encouraged to partner with other organizations that may not be eligible, to maximize the reach and impact of the funding. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply > https://www.canada.ca//services/funding/arts-eve/fund.html

#COVID19 was declared a global pandemic one year ago today. Since that day, we have seen an evolution in the attitudes of Canadian culture goers. Business / Arts partnered with National Arts Centre / Centre national des Arts and #NanosResearch to monitor these developments through the Arts Response Tracking Survey (ARTS). In these studies, we covered topics including comfort levels and current obstacles to art and culture participation. Learn more > http://www.businessandarts.org//arts-response-tracking-st/