The second Bundle of Knowledge from Paddling Upstream: FAMILY & COMMUNITY HEALTH - A responsibility to self while honoring essential relationships Register for the Paddling Upstream Webinar Thursday, August 3rd, 1:30pm-2:30pm EST: bit.ly/44T6LZw

The third Bundle of Knowledge from Paddling Upstream: FUNDING & RESOURCES - Indigenous thinkers are both on stages and scattered behind the curtains. Register for the Paddling Upstream Webinar Thursday, August 3rd, 1:30pm-2:30pm EST: bit.ly/44T6LZw

The fourth Bundle of Knowledge from Paddling Upstream: RECIPROCITY - Growing connections between Indigenous neighbours, communities, and organizations. Register for the Paddling Upstream Webinar Thursday, August 3rd, 1:30pm-2:30pm EST: bit.ly/44T6LZw

Join the conversation today at 1:30-2:30 PM EST! Register now: bit.ly/44T6LZw

The Daily — Study: Culture Flash Estimates, 2022 www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quoti…

Call for Artists for the Regent Park Work-Live Program! The Daniels Corporation and Black North Initiative are thrilled to announce this unique opportunity for Black-identifying artists and artist groups at DuEast Condominiums in Regent Park. danielshomes.ca/.../2023/09/Du…

On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we look to the 4 Bundles from "Paddling Upstream" for the needs and recommendations for artists and arts organizations on the path to supporting Indigenous sovereignty.

Reminder to apply to our Creative Spaces Mentoring Network. Applications close on Friday, December 8th. If you have any questions about the application process or program, please contact [email protected]

Join ArtsBuild Ontario for an information session on the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s Capital Grant on Thursday, January 25 at 2pm EST Register today: bit.ly/3NzjKJl

Register today for the ABO Learning Series: Hub Culture and Spaces for the Future Webinar on May 2nd, 2024 from 1pm - 2:30pm EST. bit.ly/3PkkQJZ

Join Brianne Franklin, Executive Director of the Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning in ABO’s Learning Series: Hub Culture and Spaces for the Future Webinar. Register today: bit.ly/3PkkQJZ

Join Gonzalo Duarte, Director of Coworking Design & Operations at CSI Spadina in ABO’s Learning Series: Hub Culture and Spaces for the Future Webinar. Register today: bit.ly/3PkkQJZ

What is mentoring?The mentors in our 2024-2025 Creative Space Mentoring Network are working hard to help their mentees reach the best overall potential!

The 2024/2025 Creative Spaces Mentoring Network cohort has been hard at work the last few months and we caught up with them at the Mid-Point Webinar today. We look forward to seeing the amazing work will come out of these pairings!

Results from 52 participants provided us with valuable insights into the current needs of organizations and their spaces. Check out the Pulse Check Survey Results: bit.ly/3RHojn5

Results from the Pulse Check Sector Survey that ABO conducted this year to understand the current state of cultural spaces for small to medium-sized organizations in Ontario. Check out the Pulse Check Survey Results here: bit.ly/3RHojn5!

Get a pulse on what creative spaces and arts organizations in Ontario are focusing on in 2024 - check out the Pulse Check Survey Results for info around the demand for innovative, affordable, and collaborative solutions in the arts sector. Read results: bit.ly/3RHojn5

The 3 Ps of Mentoring are guiding principles for laying the framework of the relationship: Learn more about the mentoring process with the Creative Spaces Mentoring Network! Influenced by David Lane's "The Heart of Coaching Supervision Working with Reflection and Self-Care"

Are you a professional working in the Ontario arts and heritage sector, and have experience in capital projects, strategic planning, or cultural facilities? Become a Mentor with ABO’s Creative Spaces Mentoring Network! Apply to be a mentor today: surveymonkey.com/r/CSMNmentor

Mentee Applications CSMN 2025 are open! Apply for a chance to be mentored by an experienced professional in the Ontario arts & heritage sector! Fill out the application form below by Friday, January 31st, 2025. Apply now: surveymonkey.com/r/CSMN2025