So much adrenaline! Thanks to all artists, speakers and panelists for the dialogue, the community and many learnings. Special thanks to our artist presenters, performers and makers, and the amazing team Banff Centre Canada Council for the Arts #digitalartsBANFF

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Participatory futures- let’s develop an exciting collective image of the future!

60% of artists in Alberta identify as women. Check out these stats by hill strategies #artsresearch

Wow! This goes beyond words. This investment not only supports SAIT and its students, but it demonstrates an incredible belief in our city and its people. Thank you, thank you, thank you, David. Our city is beyond grateful for your philanthropy and for your faith in us.

Indigenous Screen Office is collaborating with MIT’s Co-Creation Studio in Cambridge, MA on an exciting new project to support training, networking and professional development exchange for Indigenous... facebook.com/AlbertaMediaAr…

Extremely proud of @KentMonkman and his creative journey. Congratulations from all of us Banff Centre

Oil remains a pillar of Canada's economy, but it's the digital economy that's driving growth. #abtech #cdnpoli ➡️ bit.ly/35L0xLX

Join award-winning, industry-leading faculty Michael Brown & Keith Partridge in Banff for our 10-Day Adventure Filmmakers Masterclass. Gain the tools required to navigate the complexities of producing quality adventure films. Apply by March 25 → bit.ly/2uXycFJ

Visionary artist @AuspiciousR is adapting MacBeth into Cree and taking it on tour in the high arctic. We saw a workshop performance Banff Centre it’s wonderful. Bravo Reneltta and thanks to the Canada Council for the Arts for its support.

Join award-winning, industry-leading faculty Michael Brown & Keith Partridge in Banff for our 10-Day Adventure Filmmakers Masterclass. Gain the tools required to navigate the complexities of producing quality adventure films. Apply by March 25 → bit.ly/2uXycFJ

“Think of me like Siri or Alexa, but neither male, nor female. I’m created for a future where we are no longer defined by gender, but rather how we define ourselves.” ow.ly/rZEW30ql3dS

#ArtsResearch + #Festival = #MassOne It’s going to be great!

#COVID19 has impacted many local artists & arts workers. We, along with Toronto Arts Council & Toronto Arts Foundation & other groups, are compiling resources that may help you get through this difficult time. See below. This thread will continue to be updated. If you're aware of other resources, please share!

Great news! 🎉We’ve teamed up with Facebook Canada to launch a short-term $100,000 relief fund #CanadaPerforms that will pay Canadian artists for their live online performances. We’re accepting applications between now and March 31st. More info:➡️bit.ly/2xRXqH3 1/2

@NathanMedd Where Calgary Banff Centre thank you

Why we need the arts, now more than ever /via The Globe and Mail theglobeandmail.com/arts/article-w…

In these difficult times, small acts can make a big difference. Everyday at 1pm Heather Jean Jordan rings the bells of St. George In The Pines as a symbol of hope and community for the town of Banff. youtube.com/watch?v=XdoPjl… #BellsofBanff #StaySafe #BeKind Corrie DiManno Banff Town

“Viruses don’t kill art. But even successful artists will be pushed to the limits, let alone the 99% of artists who always live close to the edge.” A reality we do not forget ⁦Canada Council for the Arts⁩ vulture.com/_pages/ck8ivxo…

A few jobs of the near future that are NOW: ✨Virtual event producer 🗣 Remote actor 👄 Virtual model 🧑‍💻 Zoom stage handler #COVID19 #stayhome