All Access Volume 5 Issue 5 - May 21, 2013 - In this issue: A Study in Action: The Value of Presenting, CAPACOA's National Network Meeting, Consultations Now Underway at Canada Council, and more. Read more

Placing Culture & Creativity at the Heart of Development - May 17, 2013 - The future depends on culture. That's why UNESCO held an international congress and issued the Hangzhou Declaration on culture and sustainable development. Read more

Census: One in Five Resident is Born in Another Country - May 9, 2013 - According to data released by Statistics Canada the Canadian landscape is changing. What does it mean for arts organizations? Read more

Hadfield Leads Singalong with Children from Space on Music Monday - May 7, 2012 - Astronaut Chris Hadfield led a singalong from space, using his last video chat aboard the International Space Station to voice his support for music education. Read more

Landmark Study Sheds Light on Profound Benefits of the Performing Arts - April 29, 2013 - Performing arts presenting generates a wide range of benefits for Canadians, the communities they live in and society at large, according to a report prepared by Strategic Moves and released today by the Canadian Arts Presenting Association (CAPACOA). Read more

50 Years Ago the Ontario Arts Council was Born - April 26, 2012 - Congratulations to the Ontario Arts Council! Let us look forward to another 50 years of inspiration, wonder and hope! Read more

All Access Volume 5 Issue 4 - April 18, 2013 - In this issue: Presenters Capacity Building Program, new features on the Presenter's Toolkit, arts funding news, and more. Read more

Funding Increase to BC's Community Presenters Assistance Program - April 5, 2013 - The BC Touring Council, which administers BC Arts Council’s Community Presenters Assistance program, is pleased to announce a significant funding-level increase in the 2013-14 presenting season. Read more

New Features on the Presenter's Toolkit - March 27, 2013 - RIDEAU and CAPACOA are pleased to announce that consultants may now post their profile on the Presenter's Toolkit, the performing arts presenters' virtual toolkit. Read more

The Federal Budget 2013 and the Arts - March 21, 2013 - The Economic Action Plan proposes to "make targeted investments in Canada’s vibrant arts and culture community." Read more

New Data on Giving and Volunteering in the Arts - March 20, 2013 - 5% of Canadians (1.4 million people) volunteered for or donated to arts and culture organizations in 2010 according to a Hill Strategies Report. Read more

New Funding Program for Canadian Presenters Launches Today - March 19, 2013 - RIDEAU and CAPACOA have joined forces to deliver a pilot funding program: the Presenters Capacity Building Program (PCBP). Read more

All Access Volume 5 Issue 3 - March 18, 2013 - In this issue: Delays in visa processing for tours in the U.S., analysis of provincial and territorial budgets, showcasing opportunities on the Web, and more. Read more

Touring (or not) in the U.S. - March 11, 2013 - Delays to obtain a visa might well get longer.   Read more

CAPACOA Participates in Arts Caucus Meeting - February 27, 2013 - The parliamentary all-party arts caucus held a meeting on the theme "Arts: A Profound Source of Healing". Read more

NAC Launches Northern Scene - February 25, 2013 - The National Arts Centre announced today the first programming details of Northern Scene. Read more

All Access Volume 5 Issue 2 - February 12, 2013 - In this issue: Research reports on well-being and tourism, Canada's 150th anniversary, professional development opportunities, and more. Read more

On the Road to 2017 - February 11, 2013 - Canada’s 150th Anniversary is nearly tomorrow and many stakeholders are planning celebration activities. Read more

APA hosts its first Webinar Wednesday! - February 6, 2013 - The Atlantic Presenters Association will be hosting its first webinar on February 13th, 2013! This session on social media will be facilitated by Lyle Wetsch, Associate Professor of Marketing at Memorial University. Read more

Conference Wrap-Up - February 4, 2013 - In this issue: Robert Sirman's keynote summary, sessions presentations and recordings, 25th-anniversary film, photos and more. Read more

Arts goers have better health, higher volunteer rates, and stronger satisfaction with life - January 30, 2013 - "Cultural festival attendees have a 25% greater likelihood of reporting very strong satisfaction with life." Read more

25th Anniversary Film - January 28, 2013 - CAPACOA produced a short documentary film to celebrate the history of the association. Read more

CAPACOA Awards Winners 2011-2012 - January 26, 2013 - CAPACOA announced the winners of the 2011-2012 CAPACOA Awards, recognizing excellence in the field of live performance touring and presenting, at its annual Awards Gala Dinner. Read more

Peter Feldman receives the NAC Award - January 21, 2013 - The National Arts Centre (NAC) is pleased to announce that Peter Feldman has been awarded the 2013 NAC Award for Distinguished Contribution to Touring in the Performing Arts. Read more

All Access Volume 5 Issue 1 - January 15, 2013 - In this issue: program renewal at Canadian Heritage, arts and heritage survey, Canadian Arts Coalition's plans, great tools for charities and more. Read more

Survey Reveals Positive Perceptions of Arts and Culture - January 10, 2013 - 92% of Canadians believe that arts and culture make a community a better place to live. Read more

Renewal of Canadian Heritage Programs: Understanding our Role - January 7, 2013 - The House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance has tabled its pre-budget consultation report. Read more

CRA Releases New Guidance on Arts Activities and Charitable Registration - December 20, 2012 - The CRA has now posted the final version of a new Guidance on arts activities which clarifies the requirements for charitable registration. Read more

All Access Volume 4 Issue 12 - December 13, 2012 - In this issue: Partnership with Canadian Geographic, public engagement discussion, anti-spam legislation, and more. Read more

Performing arts and Geography Find Common Ground - December 10, 2012 - CAPACOA is pleased to announce a new partnership with Canadian Geographic and Strategic Moves to bring highlights from The Value of Presenting study to Canadians. Read more

Good Funding News for BCTC - Congratulations to the BC Touring Council on the announcement of a multi-year contribution from Canadian Heritage. Read more

Hosting a Virtual AGM - CAPACOA's Story - November 27, 2012 - CAPACOA's virtual AGM experience was featured on TechSoup Canada's blog. Read more

Mary Walsh at the CAPACOA Conference - November 15, 2012 - Mary Walsh, interviewed by Kim Stockwood, will be The Artist Voice at the 25th CAPACOA conference Read more

All Access Volume 4 Issue 11 - November 8, 2012 - In this issue: Another successful Arts Day on the Hill, Public engagement at Canada Council, Value of Presenting updates, awards and more. Read more

Arts Day Rallies All-Party Support for Key Policy Issues - November 5, 2012 - The Canadian Arts Coalition presented its third annual Arts Day on Parliament Hill, Tuesday, October 23. Over 130 arts leaders took part in 111 meetings with MPs, ministers, senators and key officials — and early indications are that the day was a success. Read more

Canadian Conference of the Arts: The End of an Era - October 30, 2012 - CAPACOA wishes to express regret over the folding of the Canadian Conference of the Arts. Read more

Program Review at Canada Council - October 29, 2012 - The Canadian Council for the Arts announced, during a meeting of the National Arts Service Organizations (NASO), on October 22, that they have initiated a comprehensive review of their funding grant programs to Canadian artists and art organizations in anticipation of a new operational structure designed to better engage Canadians with the arts. Read more

Théâtre Hector-Charland wins a trophy at l'ADISQ - October 24, 2012 - La Corporation du Théâtre Hector-Charland won the Presenter of the Year award at l'ADISQ during the Industry Gala. Read more

Lawrie Seligman presented with the Arts Touring Alliance’s Rhoda Taylor Award - October 23, 2012 - Spruce Grove Director of Cultural Services, Lawrie Seligman, received this prestigious award for his significant contribution to arts touring in Alberta. Read more

Call for nominations: NAC Award for Distinguished Contribution to Touring - October 19, 2012 - The National Arts Centre and CAPACOA are once again extending a call for nominations for the National Arts Centre Award for Distinguished Contribution to Touring. Read more

Get Involved on Arts Day on Parliament Hill 2012 - October 11, 2012 - If you can't make the trip to Ottawa on October 23^rd, take part via social media. Read more

A First Virtual AGM and a Renewed Board of Directors - October 17, 2012 - CAPACOA successfully held its Annual General Meeting using Adobe Connect web conferencing technology and two new members were elected to the Board of Directors. Read more

All Access Volume 4 Issue 10 - October 10, 2012 - In this issue: Arts Day on the Hill, Fundraising Webinar Series, Update on Re:Sound, Value of Presenting workshops, TSP at APAP and more. Read more

Canada Council Poised for Change - October 10, 2012 - The Canada Council for the Arts released its 2011-12 Annual Report, which provides details on organizational and program changes. CAPACOA and Atlantic Presenters Association are mentioned at pages 11 and 12 of the report. Read more

TSP News - October 9. 2012 - After a successful edition at Contact East, CAPACOA's mentorship program is set to develop more leaders at OCFF and at APAP. Read more

The PAA presents a webinar series - October 5, 2012 - Following the success of the Audiences, Markets, and Motivations webinar, the Performing Arts Alliance is proud to come together once again to present a series of webinars on Fundraising for Arts Organizations. Read more

Update on Re:Sound 2008-2012 Tariffs - September 28, 2012 - CAPACOA and PACT initiate discussions with Re:Sound regarding retroactive licensing. Read more

CAPACOA Launches The Culture of Place, 25th Annual Conference - September 28, 2012 - Registration is now open for CAPACOA’s 25^th anniversary conference, “The Culture of Place”. Read more

APA Appoints New Executive Director - September 17, 2012 - Laurie Gillis appointed new Executive Director of the Atlantic Presenters Association. Read more

All Access Volume 4 Issue 9 - September 12, 2012 - In this issue: Value of Presenting updates, Re:Sound tariffs, house concerts, attendance and vitality, Culture Days and more. Read more

A Changing Canadian Touring Landscape - September 10, 2012 - An important dialogue on house concerts and other new forms of presenting is undertaken. Read more

Attending Concerts and Theatre Increases Vitality - September 6, 2012 - Do you feel energized after having attended a concert or a play? Read more

All Access Volume 4 Issue 8 - August 16, 2012 - In this issue: growth and well being, equity in the arts, TSP at OCFF, changes affecting touring in the U.S., and more. Read more

CAPACOA Objects to Re:Sound Tariffs - August 9, 2012 - Re:Sound (formerly the NRCC) has submitted its latest round of proposed tariffs to the Copyright Board, several of which stand to impact Canadian presenters. Read more

CAPACOA Urges the Government to Revisit Growth in Pre-Budget Brief - August 3, 2012 - CAPACOA took a strong stance in favour of wellbeing in its federal pre-budget brief. Read more

Health and Safety: A Renewed Focus in this Festival Season - July 16, 2012 - Safety can never be taken lightly in the performing arts. Read more

Attendance of the Performing Arts in Quebec in 2011 - July 13, 2012 - The Quebec government released data on attendance of the performing arts in 2011. Read more

All Access Volume 4 Issue 7 - July 12, 2012 - In this issue: festivals, health and safety, funding for market access, volunteers and more. Read more

The Value of Presenting Study Featured in the Arts Research Monitor - July 11, 2012 - The Survey of the General Public conducted as part of The Value of Presenting was the headline of the last issue of Hill Strategies' Arts Research Monitor. Read more

CAPACOA's AGM Goes Virtual - July 11, 2012 - As part of CAPACOA’s continuing efforts to enhance members’ access to services and programs through the use of innovative technology, the association will hold its first virtual Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, October 17, 2012. Read more

Canada Council Increases Support for International Market Access - June 27, 2012 - The Canada Council for the Arts announced today that it is adding $2 million to its existing support to individual artists and arts organizations to access international markets. Read more

All Access Volume 4 Issue 6 - June 21, 2012 - In this issue: Networking at Canada Dance Festival, aboriginal arts, The Succession Plan at Contact East, and more. Read more

Networks Networking at the Canada Dance Festival - June 20, 2012 - Dancers, choreographers, creators and presenters converged to Ottawa between June 8 to 16 for the Canada Dance Festival. Read more

Funding Stability Doesn't Mean Status Quo for Canada Council - June 14, 2012 - Canada Council for the Arts' Director and CEO, Robert Sirman, met with leaders of the presenting and touring sector to share the Council's vision for the upcoming years, now that its parliamentary appropriation has been safeguarded in the last federal budget. Read more

Honens President and Artistic Director Stephen McHolm Wins Rozsa Award - June 13, 2012 - Stephen McHolm, President & Artistic Director of Canada’s Honens International Piano Competition, was honored this week with the Rozsa Award for Excellence in Arts Management. Read more

Presenting and Aboriginal Communities - June 6, 2012 - A special report was issued as part of The Value of Presenting study. Read more

The Centennial Theatre Appoints Ian Forsyth - June 4, 2012 - Ian Forsyth will assume responsibility for Centennial Theatre operation on behalf of the North Vancouver Recreation Commission, replacing Margo Gram who retired at the end of May. Read more

The Value of Presenting in the News - May 24, 2012 - The release of supplementary Value of Presenting reports drew the attention of several medias over the last week. Read more

Special Report on Rural and Northern Presenting - May 17, 2012 - This supplementary report to The Value of Presenting study reveals that Canadians in smaller communities appreciate performing arts benefits in spite of having less access. Read more

All Access Volume 4 Issue 5 - May 10, 2012 - In this issue: Value and benefits of presenting highlighted in reports, National Dance Week, life after the federal budget and more. Read more

Value and Benefits of Presenting Highlighted in Interim Report of Findings - May 7, 2012 - Surveys of 1376 respondents and consultations with more than 500 presenters and stakeholders have been consolidated into a single report. Read more

The Federal Budget 2012 and the Presenting Field - March 30, 2012 - The funding to the Canada Council for the Arts is preserved. Read more

The Value of Presenting Study Gets Media Coverage - March 28, 2012 - "Les arts de la scène ont la cote," Le Devoir writes. Read more

Survey Reveals New Facts About How Canadians See Value and Importance of Performing Arts - March 26, 2012 - The Survey of General Public, conducted as part of The Value of Presenting study,  provides unique insights on performing arts consumption, as well as on the perceived benefits of the performing arts. Read more

BC Touring Council Asks for Your Support to Restore Canadian Heritage Funding - March 23, 2012 - BCTC received word from Canadian Heritage that its multi-year funding application to the Canada Arts Presentation Fund was not approved. Read more

Survey Results Support Submission to the Canada Revenue Agency - March 14, 2012 - Although The Value of Presenting study isn't even half way through, its preliminary outcomes can already influence policy development. Read more

CAPACOA Partners with FaveQuest to Deliver a New Mobile App Program - March 2, 2012 - Mobile apps are now more affordable than ever for arts organizations. Read more

Survey of Presenters Highlights Breadth of Contributions and Diversity across Canada - February 27, 2012 - This survey is one of the key research activities of The Value of Presenting: A Study of Arts Presentation in Canada. Read more

A Successful Webinar - February 16, 2012 - 139 marketing coordinators, artistic directors and other cultural workers attended the webinar Audiences, Markets and Motivations in the Performing Arts. Read more

Canadians’ Participation in the Arts Reached Record Levels in 2010 - January 15, 2012 - This Hill Strategies report indicates that 72.4% of Canadians attended a performing arts event or a cultural festival in 2010. Read more

Canadians Value their Arts Festivals - February 6, 2012 - In 2010, even in the midst of global economic turmoil, 10.4 million Canadians attended a cultural or artistic festival. Read more

CAPACOA Provides Input on Charitable Registration for Presenters - January 23, 2012 - CAPACOA submitted comments in response to the Canada Revenue Agency proposed Guidance on Arts Organizations and Charitable Registration. Read more

CAPACOA Submits Brief on Tax Incentives for Charitable Giving - January 17, 2012 - "Charitable donations ... may become ever more important, ensuring both the continued strength of the performing arts sector, and the continued access of Canadians to arts and culture through performances and festivals." Read more