Arts & Culture

Social Media is a great platform for showcasing new artists.

How might we help support the best use of social media to create a better awareness of our talented youth?

The recent pandemic has drastically impacted the arts & culture industry due to risk of spread. How might the theatre or concert industry adjust to reduce the risks for their patrons?

Our culture often defines us through dance, art, choice of music. How might we use art to celebrate the differences in our community?

There are many uses of animation. How might we use animation to promote positive change within your school, community or workplace?

We think of artistic expression when considering the Arts….yet there are hazards associated with the work of Artists.

What hazards are most prevalent and how might we change/improve the efforts to prevent these hazards?

Artists are getting us through COVID-19. and have helped to build our sense of Global community.

How might we help promote local talent to build your regions’ sense of community?

Art is being recognized for more than esthetics it can also be very Therapeutic.

How might we promote the use of art for therapeutic purposes?

Graffiti is considered by the RCMP and others to be a crime of vandalism.

How might we provide an opportunity for Graffiti artists to use their talent for creating positive messages?

Our world is constantly changing and incorporating new ways to include robotics (Robot Artist).

How can we encourage the use of robotics to support this sector while maintaining the spirit of Art?

Coding has many definitions beyond computer language.

How might we encourage Coding as….Art?

Virtual reality is a method to clearly communicate ideas and concepts to clients.

(Art & Virtual Reality Virtual Reality is for Artists)

How might we promote the use of VR technology to improve interaction and experiencing the Arts?

Art can be considered a frivolous occupation.

How might we help this community to promote their attributes and contribution to all industries?

Mastering customer service and delivering an exceptional customer experience takes creativity and resourcefulness.

How might customer service enhance the experiencing of the Arts?

Accessibility is about making things accessible to all people. Offering products and services that are usable by people with the widest possible range of abilities, whether they have a disability or not.

How might we support the Arts community in making their arts more accessible?

Equity is described as “freedom from bias or favoritism”. (Merriam-Webster). What inequities do you see in the Arts sector and how might we help to ensure equity in this sector?

The Art Industry is usually recognized for using it’s voice in support of saving the Environment. As in all Industries, The Art Industry and Its Environmental Impact needs to be considered.

How can we minimize the impact this sector has on the environment?

The United Nations has categorized the many challenges we face globally and has developed 17 Global Sustainable Development goals .

How might Artists be able to best support one or more of these goals?

Sustainability is about meeting the current needs of the Arts Industry without compromising the needs of the future of this sector.

Covid-19 has intensified this consistent struggle for sustainability within the Arts sector.

How can we help to ensure the sustainability of the Arts Industry moving forward?

Non-profit organizations make money to further a social or political cause, or to provide a free service that people need. (Cambridge Dictionary).

How might the Arts community connect with Non-Profit organizations to the benefit of both?

Entrepreneurs are considered “agents of change”. They have the ability to “change the way we live and work. Their innovations may improve standards of living, create jobs and contribute to a growing economy”. (Investopedia) How might you be an “agent of change” in this sector?